Stephen A. Smith Blasts Jalen Brunson After Knicks' Game 3 Loss at MSG
Summary
The New York Knicks lost Game 3 of the NBA Finals to the San Antonio Spurs by a score of 115-111, cutting their series lead to 2-1. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith criticized Knicks player Jalen Brunson for taking too many shots and not involving teammates who were shooting more efficiently.Key Facts
- The Knicks had a 13-game winning streak and led the series 2-0 before losing Game 3.
- The Spurs won Game 3 with a score of 115-111, regaining momentum.
- Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 blocks.
- Jalen Brunson scored 32 points for the Knicks but made only 11 of 25 shots (44% shooting).
- Stephen A. Smith said Brunson shot too much instead of passing to teammates like OG Anunoby and Josh Hart, who had better shooting percentages.
- OG Anunoby scored 28 points on 69% shooting, and Josh Hart had 16 points with 60% shooting.
- Karl-Anthony Towns scored only 11 points and took just 10 shots, fewer than usual.
- The Knicks had 18 assists, their lowest number in the playoffs, compared to the Spurs’ 28 assists.
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