Tom Thibodeau, in a series of comments, highlighted Jalen Brunson's significant impact and work ethic, comparing him favorably with NBA legends and emphasizing his potential for improvement. Thibodeau expressed his desire for a recount upon learning that Brunson was ranked sixth in ESPN's MVP straw poll, saying, "I want a recount.", underscoring his belief in Brunson's talent. He praised Brunson's mindset towards improvement, stating, "The best thing is he thinks he can get better and he will because that's his mindset.", and his focus, noting Brunson's absence from social media platforms humorously referred to as 'Facegram' and 'Fake-A-Gram', saying, "He doesn’t have Facegram or whatever you call it." Thibodeau also drew parallels between Brunson's work ethic and that of Patrick Ewing, indicating that Brunson's dedication sets a tone for the team, with comments like, "As soon as we signed Jalen, it was immediately into the gym... there's no Fake-A-Gram or Instagram, or whatever they call it... it sets the tone for your team." Additionally, Thibodeau acknowledged the challenge of playing against the Bull's Javonte Green but used the opportunity to commend Brunson again.
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Tom Thibodeau compares Jalen Brunson's work ethic to that of Patrick Ewing: "As soon as we signed Jalen, it was immediately into the gym... there's no Fake-A-Gram or Instagram, or whatever they call it... it sets the tone for your team." https://t.co/s7JgMRch8n
Tom Thibodeau on Jalen Brunson being focused “He doesn’t have Facegram or whatever you call it. …
Tom Thibodeau on Jalen Brunson: "The best thing is he thinks he can get better and he will because that's his mindset."
Tom Thibodeau on Jalen Brunson being in sixth in ESPN's MVP straw poll: "I want a recount."