Charles Barkley Makes Bold Statement About Knicks' Jalen Brunson
Summary
Jalen Brunson is the leader of the New York Knicks and has helped them take a 2-0 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Charles Barkley said Brunson is one of the best free-agent signings in NBA history because he made the Knicks a strong team again.Key Facts
- Jalen Brunson was drafted in the second round by the Dallas Mavericks and scored less than 10 points per game in his first two seasons.
- After his rookie contract, Brunson signed a four-year, $104 million deal with the New York Knicks.
- Brunson now averages over 24 points per game with the Knicks and has been an NBA All-Star three times.
- In the current playoff series, Brunson is scoring just over 30 points per game in the first two games.
- Charles Barkley called Brunson one of the greatest free-agent signings ever and said he made the Knicks relevant again after about 20 years.
- The Knicks will play Game 3 against the 76ers in Philadelphia, aiming to strengthen their series lead.
- Game 3 is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday.
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