Saturday Night Live has returned for its season 52 premiere on 26 September, with NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson hosting the show and pop group KATSEYE serving as musical guest. Both are making their SNL debuts, marking a significant moment for the New York Knicks star and the emerging pop ensemble. The episode is expected to feature various celebrity cameos, particularly from Brunson's teammates on the Knicks.

The show aired live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT and is available to stream on Peacock. For viewers without cable access, multiple streaming services offer free trial periods, including DirecTV (five-day trial), Fubo (five-day trial), and Hulu + Live TV (free trial available). Peacock's Premium Plan costs £12.99 per month, whilst the Premium Plus Plan is £19.99 monthly, with annual options providing savings of up to 17 per cent. Only four of KATSEYE's six members — Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel and Yoonchae Jeung — performed during the broadcast.