Jalen Brunson‘s impressive performance for the New York Knicks has left everyone in awe, including fellow NBA stars like Paul George of the Los Angeles Clippers.
On a recent episode of “Podcast P,” George expressed his admiration for Brunson, saying, “I expected great things from him when he moved to the Knicks, but I wasn’t envisioning him being as spectacular as he has been.”
George praised Brunson for taking his game to a new level since leaving the Dallas Mavericks and proving himself to be a capable team leader, especially when playing alongside people he cares about.
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Brunson’s success with the historic Knicks franchise, known for its intense fanbase, has solidified his status as a star player. The loyal New York fans have been thrilled with his sensational performance all season, particularly during the playoffs, and have put to rest any doubts about his leadership skills.
Playing for the Knicks has been a perfect fit for Brunson, who has found a sense of belonging with his father as an assistant coach and two college friends on the roster. His comfort and confidence on the court have been evident in every game.
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A few years ago, Brunson was the second choice behind Luka Doncic but now he’s an unquestionable star leading his team to new heights. Even the most devoted Brunson fans have been blown away by what he has done since coming to the storied and beloved Knicks.
“It is said that if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere, and that is definitely true for basketball players,” George said.
“New York is treating him very well and his father is an assistant coach while two of his college friends are on the roster with him. This is clearly where he wants to be and it shows during every single game,” George added.
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