Law and Order actor responds to Knicks player request for SVU guest role

A New York Knicks player said after the team's title win that appearing on Law and Order: SVU is one of his next goals. The player has cited a friendship with one of the show's stars as part of his interest. Christopher Meloni, who played a lead character on the series for its first 12 seasons and later returned in a related show, responded to the request.

He stated he is "absolutely" on board with the idea.

Background on the request The player has described the SVU star as his favorite celebrity supporter during the team's championship run. The show has previously featured other professional basketball players in guest roles, including appearances by Carmelo Anthony and Chris Bosh in a 2011 episode.

Meloni's endorsement adds to the player's existing connection to the series. The same statement noted the player's status as a world champion and described his determination.

Potential next steps An appearance would allow the player to portray himself in a New York-based storyline. The player remains in his prime and the team is preparing to defend its title.