Jalen Brunson delivered an electrifying performance, scoring 45 points with 8 assists and 3 rebounds, leading the Knicks to a victory over the Bulls. His performance was highlighted by a 54% field goal percentage, shooting 13-of-24 FG, including 7 out of 12 three-pointers made, and a flawless execution from the free-throw line, making all 12 attempts. This game, which saw the Knicks getting revenge on the Bulls, has sparked discussions about Brunson's status as a top player, with many considering him a potential best player on a championship team. The Knicks are currently positioned as the 3rd seed, with Brunson's focus now turning towards the upcoming game against Boston.
Kid is amazing https://t.co/pgLFnIgiJk
Jalen Brunson can literally average 40 points a game and some of you bozos will still say he's not a bonafide superstar.
Jalen Brunson was ELECTRIFYING as the Knicks got revenge on the Bulls ⚡ 🔸45 points 🔸8 assists 🔸13-of-24 FG 🔸7-of-12 3PT 🔸12-of-12 FT https://t.co/42E2qYzNA6
Top 3 PG in the NBA https://t.co/YaG9LEmPCP
When Jalen Brunson signed with the Knicks, it seemed doubtful that he could be the second-best player on a championship team. He’s now making it clear that he can be the best player on a championship team.
"Focus on Boston [Thursday] and worry about the rest after that," Jalen Brunson on the playoff picture on @MSGNetworks Knicks are currently the 3 seed https://t.co/hCH5PpL62D
12 FT attempts tonight for Brunson Made all 12 https://t.co/2MnpilQH0X
Jalen Brunson tonight: 45 Points 8 Assists 3 Rebounds 54% FG 7/12 3PM https://t.co/fZhH8ITsWh
Jalen Brunson tonight: 45 points 8 assists 7 threes 13/24 FG https://t.co/onw6phNeM8
Watching Ant Edwards & Jalen Brunson tonight: https://t.co/HhRdFk6r5r
Jalen Brunson is just ridiculously good. Mercy.
At some point, Jalen Brunson may play a basketball game and not set some kind of Knicks record… but tonight won’t be that night folks
I don't wanna jump the gun but I think this Jalen Brunson signing is working out for the Knicks
1ST TEAM ALL NBA JALEN BRUNSON https://t.co/Ofql2UUlWF