Madison Square Garden has found its new hero.
Jalen Brunson put on another spectacular show Monday night, pouring in 39 points as the New York Knicks took a commanding 3-1 lead over the Boston Celtics with a 121-113 victory.
Brunson caught fire when it mattered most, scoring 26 points in the second half to secure the first home win of this Eastern Conference semifinal series.
As Brunson continues to elevate his game under the bright playoff lights, the basketball world is taking notice of something special brewing in New York.
ESPN’s Jay Williams recently shared his bold prediction about the Knicks’ star on “Get Up.”
“I know I made this comment before, but I do think he will shatter pretty much all New York Knick records,” Williams declared.
“I do think he will shatter pretty much all New York Knick records.”
—@RealJayWilliams on Jalen Brunson 👏 pic.twitter.com/4QGX6mIcwS
— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) May 13, 2025
What makes Brunson’s rise so remarkable is how he dominates despite his smaller stature. Williams compared him to Chauncey Billups, highlighting similar toughness and basketball IQ.
The ESPN analyst also pointed out the rarity of someone of Brunson’s size delivering consistently in playoff moments, noting he’s already recorded 17 games with 30 or more points in the postseason.
While it might be premature to crown him the greatest Knick ever, his trajectory suggests something truly special.
Brunson’s skill set makes him unique in New York basketball lore. His ability to create space against bigger defenders, absorb contact, and knock down clutch shots has transformed the Knicks into legitimate contenders.
As the New York Knicks push toward their first NBA championship since 1973, Brunson has become the engine driving their success.
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