Jalen Brunson showcased an impressive performance on Sunday, scoring 44 points in a dominant 140-106 victory for the New York Knicks against the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite an apparent shoulder injury that forced him to leave the game in the third quarter, Brunson returned to the court to the delight of fans. His stellar shooting night included 16 field goals out of 26 attempts, along with six assists and five rebounds.
This event marked Brunson’s 17th game scoring over 40 points, placing him third in Knicks history alongside Carmelo Anthony. He played just under 29 minutes, setting a franchise record for the most points scored in a game with less than 30 minutes of play.
Postgame, Brunson downplayed concerns about his shoulder, while head coach Tom Thibodeau confirmed it was merely a minor stinger. Teammate Josh Hart humorously noted Brunson's eagerness to check on the Philadelphia Eagles' score during the game. The Knicks' win was further supported by Karl-Anthony Towns’ contribution of 30 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 24 and 22 points, respectively.
