Jalen Brunson delivered a stellar performance on Sunday night, leading the New York Knicks to a commanding 140-106 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks at Madison Square Garden. Brunson was unstoppable throughout the game, proving his scoring ability and leadership. However, his night took an unexpected turn. Brunson injured his right shoulder in the third quarter, forcing him to exit the game briefly.
Despite the injury scare, Brunson was determined to return to the court. He returned from the locker room with the Knicks leading 80-99. The Madison Square Garden crowd erupted in support. Knicks fans showered Brunson with “MVP” chants to show their admiration for the star player’s strong determination for the team.
Jalen Brunson receives a standing ovation and MVP chants, after returning from the locker room.
— BrunsonMuse (@BrunsonMuse) January 12, 2025
Just beautiful.
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Brunson finished the game with a game-high 44 points, adding five rebounds and six assists. Remarkably, this performance came in under 30 minutes of playing time. It set a new franchise record for the most points scored in a game with fewer than 30 minutes. His performance also tied him with Carmelo Anthony for the third-most 40-point games in Knicks history, marking his 17th career 40-point game.
Walt Frazier Compares Jalen Brunson To Willis Reed After Dominant Performance
Jalen Brunson’s remarkable performance in the New York Knicks’ win over the Milwaukee Bucks has earned him praise from across the basketball world. Former Knicks great Walt Frazier was one of the many voices to highlight Brunson’s efforts, drawing a comparison to one of the most revered figures in the franchise’s history, Willis Reed.
“Brunson reminds me a lot of him [Reed]: tenacious work ethic, team-oriented, always sharing & caring,” Frazier said.
Brunson has been outstanding all season, putting up an average of 25.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game. Along with the strong performances of Brunson, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks have soared to a 26-14 record, securing third place in the Eastern Conference.
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