Jalen Brunson helps Knicks erase 19-point deficit to beat Bulls
Key Points:
- Jalen Brunson overcame a shooting slump by dedicating extra time in the gym, resulting in a 38-point performance with six three-pointers that led the Knicks to a 133-127 victory over the Bulls.
- Brunson scored 14 points in the fourth quarter, including a memorable crossover and three-pointer that energized the crowd and helped the Knicks erase a 19-point deficit.
- The Knicks' backcourt, including Landry Shamet, Jordan Clarkson, and Tyler Kolek, combined for 52 second-half points, with Clarkson contributing 12 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter.
- Despite a late arrival in Chicago after a back-to-back game and a tough travel schedule, the Knicks showed resilience, with Brunson's mental and physical toughness praised by coach Mike Brown as MVP-caliber.
- The Knicks narrowly avoided a late comeback by the Bulls, with Brunson sealing the win at the free-throw line after key missed shots by Chicago in the final seconds.