Getting away from Jalen Brunson one man show
The Knicks have invested a lot to provide Jalen Branson with the scoring help they need. But that support cast cannot support if they never get the ball. The numbers are astounding throughout the two games of the Pistons in this first-round series, even 1-1 heading to Detroit in Game 3 on Thursday. This certainly […]
Jalen Brunson selected as finalist for NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year
It was fitting that Jaren Branson went through with the clutch in Saturday night’s playoff opener a day before he was selected as one of the three finalists for the NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year (also known as the Jerry West Trophy) on Sunday night. Branson scored 12 of his game-high 34 points at […]
Knicks gave Jalen Brunson the keys, now they need that to pay off
It was last season that Jalen Brunson was being asked as a true, winning superstar. You may remember the argument. There were several deniers, but Becky Hammon was most notable by declaring Branson as “too small” to carry the franchise in large quantities. Historically, she was only partially correct. Steph Curry is a few inches […]
How Jalen Brunson is approaching playoffs after ‘roller coaster’ season
Jalen Brunson returned to the Knicks for an April 4 appearance after losing a severely sprained ankle for most of March. The All-Star point guard and first-year team captain were not in peak efficiency as he put his legs back after four weeks of absence, but coach Tom Tibodeau is undoubtedly ready to lead the […]
Mavericks still haven’t escaped Jalen Brunson mistake
More than six years after they agreed to the Porzingis trade in Christaps, the Mavericks and Knicks, who have been facing each other on Tuesday, remain entangled with Jalen Branson to remind them of a better future for New York. It's a low bar since GM Nico Harrison thwarted Mavericks. The Mavericks' first big mistake […]
How Jalen Brunson is progressing from ankle injury, plus general timeline
Jalen Brunson has at least one more week. The All-Star guard, who was sidelined in his final eight games with a right ankle sprain, is doing “controlled court work” and his status will be renewed again in about a week, the Knicks said. “Good, steady progress,” coach Tom Thibodeau later added. Saturday's 122-103 victory over […]
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson out of walking boot and ‘doing light shooting’
Charlotte – According to Tom Thibodeau, Jalen Branson is “light shooting” from his walking boots, removing two weeks of turning his ankle at a troublesome angle. The Knicks coach added that “hopefully” Branson will be back to establish rhythm before the playoffs. “Whenever he's ready, he's ready. He puts a lot into his rehab, so […]
Knicks Culture is alive and well — even without Jalen Brunson
This is the Knicks now. This is the team. These are players. This is true, and for now, as Jalen Brunson's right ankle continues to be protected by walking boots for at least a few weeks. The Knicks have a long vision along with Branson. He made some light fires. He still needs intense healing. […]
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson ruled out with ankle injury
The Knicks aren't without Jalen Branson with the Clippers on Friday. Branson was listed as appearing in the Knicks injury report after suffering an ankle injury Thursday night in a 113-109 overtime loss to the Lakers in Los Angeles. His first X-ray on Thursday I've returned to negativeand is believed to have taken further testing […]
Knicks suffer crushing OT loss to Lakers as Jalen Brunson exits with injury
LOS ANGELES – The Knicks' dramatic losses on Thursday night were exacerbated by Jalen Branson's stepping off the court. The star point guard swung his right ankle badly after landing at Austin Reeves, remaining 1:24 with 1:24 in overtime for the Lakers collapsed under the basket after absorbing multiple fouls on the drive. Branson remained […]