Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks continued his remarkable season on Tuesday, dazzling with a 45-point performance in a thrilling 128-117 victory over the Chicago Bulls on the road. This win propelled the Knicks to the coveted #3 spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
Brunson’s recent displays of brilliance have been nothing short of spectacular, with back-to-back games of 43 and 45 points, respectively.
Tuesday’s showing marked his tenth 40-point performance of the season, a feat that places him third in franchise history. Previously, only Bernard King in 1984–85 and Patrick Ewing in 1989–90 had achieved such scoring prowess.
Over his last four games, Brunson has been on a scoring tear, averaging an impressive 28.4 points per game. It has been a few weeks since his career-best performance of 61 points against the San Antonio Spurs, a game that left fans in awe of his scoring abilities.
Jalen Brunson Led the New York Knicks to 3rd Spot in East
Just two days after his 43-point display against the Milwaukee Bucks, Brunson once again etched his name in Knicks history with another forty-plus point game. This streak comes at a crucial time for the Knicks, who have been without All-Star forward Julius Randle due to a season-ending shoulder injury.
With only three games remaining in the regular season, the Knicks sit just one game behind the Milwaukee Bucks in the second spot with a 47-32 record. Despite Randle’s absence, the Knicks are on the brink of securing a postseason berth, needing only one more victory (or a Miami Heat defeat) to secure a top-six spot in the East.
Fans and commentators alike have showered praise on Jalen Brunson for his exceptional performances, with Tuesday’s 13-of-24 shooting display (including 7-of-12 from three-point range and a flawless 12-of-12 from the free-throw line) highlighting his offensive prowess. Brunson also contributed eight assists, showcasing his all-around impact on the game.
The Knicks’ final stretch of the regular season includes matchups against the Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets and a rematch with the Chicago Bulls. With Brunson leading the charge, the Knicks are poised to make a strong push for a successful postseason campaign.
