Jalen Brunson, despite a sore foot, started for the New York Knicks in their Game 3 against the Pacers, confirming his participation in the lineup that featured only one original starter from the season opener on October 25. His performance throughout the 2024 NBA playoffs has been notable, averaging 34.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 7.9 assists over nine games. However, the Knicks faced a significant deficit in a subsequent game, being down by 37 points, with Brunson still playing. The status of Brunson and OG Anunoby for Game 4 was also under discussion.
Jalen Brunson in the game with the Knicks down 34 https://t.co/al32rjB6Mr
Knicks down 37. Brunson and DiVincenzo still out there.
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson through nine games in the 2024 NBA playoffs: 34.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 7.9 assists per game.
SNY NBA Insider @IanBegley on Jalen Brunson's and OG Anunoby's status for #Knicks vs Pacers game 4 https://t.co/ECENUwud7D
with Precious Achiuwa starting in Game 3, the New York Knicks will roll out a starting lineup that features (1) original starter from Opening Night back on October 25: Jalen Brunson.
Jalen Brunson (sore foot) will start for the Knicks in their Game 3 matchup against the Pacers tonight, the team has confirmed. https://t.co/9pRO6Jf38f
Jalen Brunson is starting for the Knicks tonight.