Jalen Brunson showed why he is the centerpiece of Knicks’ impossible dream
Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks to a championship win over the San Antonio Spurs, ending a 53-year title drought. Brunson's 45-point performance was crucial in the Knicks' 94-90 Game 5 victory. The win marked a historic moment for the Knicks and solidified Brunson's position as a key player for the team.
- ▪Jalen Brunson scored 45 points in the championship-clinching game against the San Antonio Spurs.
- ▪The New York Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought with their win over the Spurs.
- ▪The Knicks came back from a 16-point deficit to win the game 94-90.
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New York Knicks Jalen Brunson showed why he is the centerpiece of Knicks’ impossible dream By Stefan Bondy Published June 14, 2026, 2:01 a.m. ET Jalen Brunson celebrates with owner James Dolan and his Knicks teammates after their 94-90 NBA title-clinching win over the Spurs on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio. Jason Szenes for New York Post SAN ANTONIO — In feet and inches, Jalen Brunson is shorter than 95 percent of the NBA. In heart and determination, he’s a damn titan. Forever. Brunson finished off the greatest accomplishment of his underdog career with a performance of the ages, a 45-point Picasso to win the championship that few outside himself believed possible.
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