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Jalen Brunson Scores 43, Leads Knicks to Game 1 Victory with Historic Playoff Performance

May 8, 2024, 05:48 PM

Jalen Brunson has achieved a remarkable feat in the NBA playoffs, scoring 40 or more points in four consecutive games, a record only previously achieved by Michael Jordan in 1993. This performance places him among the elite, becoming the second New York Knick to do so after Bernard King. Additionally, Brunson has amassed over 200 points across five games, joining the ranks of basketball legends such as LeBron James and Wilt Chamberlain. His scoring spree has significantly contributed to the Knicks' success, including a notable game where the 'Villanova trio' of Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo, and Josh Hart collectively scored 92 points, matching the team's total against the Pacers in previous playoff encounters. Brunson scored 43 points in the Knicks' Game 1 victory, marking his entry into an exclusive group of players with 200+ points over five postseason games.