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Rick Brunson Doubles Down on His Take About Knicks Legend Patrick Ewing

Rick Brunson Doubles Down on His Take About Knicks Legend Patrick Ewing

Summary

Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks to their first NBA championship since 1973, setting a new team record by scoring over 40 points in an NBA Finals game. His father, Rick Brunson, who is also a Knicks assistant coach, stated that Patrick Ewing remains the greatest Knicks player based on his long career and contributions.

Key Facts

  • Jalen Brunson helped the Knicks win the NBA title, averaging 32.6 points in the finals.
  • Brunson scored 45 points in Game 5 of the Finals, a Knicks record for points in an NBA Finals game.
  • Some people consider Jalen Brunson the greatest Knicks player so far.
  • Rick Brunson believes Patrick Ewing is still the greatest Knicks player.
  • Patrick Ewing played 15 years with the Knicks and was known for his hard work.
  • Ewing is the Knicks’ all-time leader in points, rebounds, and games played.
  • Ewing’s teams reached the NBA Finals twice but did not win the championship.
  • Ewing missed the entire 1999 Finals due to a season-ending injury.
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