Jalen Brunson delivered exceptional performances during the 2024-25 NBA season, playing a crucial role in leading the New York Knicks to the postseason. The Knicks showcased their dominance from the start, decisively overcoming the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the playoffs.
As they advanced to the conference semifinals, they continued to impress by defeating the Boston Celtics. However, they faced significant challenges in the conference finals against the Indiana Pacers, which ultimately halted their championship aspirations for the season. Despite the team’s exit from the playoffs, Brunson’s star power remained undeniable.
Recently, he made headlines beyond the basketball world when the WWE 2K25 video game included him in its roster of characters. This exciting development generated buzz across social media platforms, particularly when The Strickland shared a video showcasing Brunson’s entrance for his fictional match in WWE 2K25.
Jalen Brunson is now in WWE2K25 🔥 pic.twitter.com/sjIuS2jcvt
— The Strickland (@TheStrickland) June 18, 2025
Fans were especially intrigued by the stark contrast in Brunson’s appearance between the two video games. His representation in WWE 2K25 was praised for its remarkable realism, capturing his likeness in a way that resonated with fans, while his portrayal in NBA 2K25 was seen as significantly less authentic.
Social Media Goes Wild As Jalen Brunson Appears More Realistic In WWE 2K25 Than NBA 2K25
The difference in Brunson’s appearance in NBA 2K25 and WWE 2K25 raised eyebrows, especially since the same company developed both games. It led to discussions and debates among fans about the artistic choices made in character designs.
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One fan said, “So…how does Jalen Brunson look more like Jalen Brunson in WWE 2k25…than NBA 2K25. It’s literally the same company.”
So…how does Jalen Brunson look more like Jalen Brunson in WWE 2k25…than NBA 2K25. It’s literally the same company 😭 https://t.co/7wogyFiRe5
— NBA Jay Knicky (@JayKnicky) June 18, 2025
Meanwhile, another fan said, “WWE 2K gave him better graphics and better handles.”
WWE 2K gave him better graphics and better handles 💀
— KIENOBI (@kienobifilms) June 19, 2025
Another fan commented, “Everything about 2K is a fucking mystery.”
Everything about 2K is a fucking mystery.
— ᴅɪᴍᴇᴡᴏʀᴋ🧪🥼 (@BeLiKeDime) June 19, 2025
Another fan mentioned, “same company different studios.”
same company different studios
— Mari (@ohhhthatsMari) June 18, 2025
A sports enthusiast commented, “Probably because it’s an updated player model.”
Probably because it's an updated player model
— Yeti 🥋 (@LosdaYeti) June 19, 2025
Another fan said, “They literally just need to copy and paste.“
They literally just need to copy and paste 😭
— lord, beer me strength 🍻 (@_godlywarrior) June 19, 2025
Another fan mentioned, “lighting. nba2ks lighting system is overcast dogshit.”
lighting. nba2ks lighting system is overcast dogshit
— Diet Jt (@ZeroCalJT) June 19, 2025
The differences in how Brunson is rendered in these two major gaming titles have sparked considerable conversation.
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