Jalen Brunson’s degree gives him an ultra-rare NBA resume
Jay Wright called it a “mandatory meeting” with Jalen Brunson’s parents, understanding that the crafty point guard was likely leaving college. It was right after Brunson’s second season, and Wright hinted at the NBA as his next destination. But Rick and Sandra Branson had other ideas. “His mother said, ‘No, he hasn’t gotten his degree […]
Jalen Brunson’s ankle injury overshadows Knicks’ win over Grizzlies
The Knicks have another injury to worry about. And they can’t afford to be bad about this. Jalen Brunson twisted his right ankle with 5 minutes, 31 seconds left in a game against the short-handed Grizzlies and rushed to the locker room. Brunson did not return to the bench and dropped 27 points with eight […]
Jalen Brunson’s elevated Knicks play is All-Star worthy
Jalen Brunson clearly performed at an All-Star level throughout his first two seasons with the Knicks, despite being snubbed for that honor a year ago. However, his increasingly great play as of late only enhances Brunson's status as one of the NBA's top point guards. The $104 million bargain has scored at least 30 points […]
Jalen Brunson’s vintage Knicks night makes 50-win dream realistic
The Garden waited, waited, and waited for the Knicks to defeat the lowly Wizards. Mama Thibodeau, who celebrated her own birthday the day after her son Tom's birthday, said she wouldn't expect another night like this. The Knicks, who won 113-109, would be better off not playing with the lack of grit, desperation and will […]