‘Made Me Kind of Question Myself’ – Jalen Brunson Gets Honest About Playing Behind Luka Doncic’s Shadow
Jalen Brunson reflected on his early NBA career, particularly the challenges of playing behind Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks. He experienced self-doubt during his rookie season as he adjusted to a backup role. Now with the New York Knicks, Brunson is focused on proving his worth despite ongoing skepticism from some critics.
- ▪Jalen Brunson was a standout guard at Villanova, leading the team to two NCAA championships.
- ▪He was drafted 33rd overall in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Dallas Mavericks, who also selected Luka Doncic.
- ▪Brunson's scoring average dropped significantly during his rookie year, leading to feelings of uncertainty about his abilities.
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