Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks in scoring against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, putting up 26 points. He shot 9-of-23 from the field and added five assists during his 35 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, the Knicks lost 116-99.
What It Means
Brunson’s performance marked another game where he scored over 20 points, hitting this milestone for the third time this season. He has been consistent with his scoring, averaging 26 points per game, which ranks second in the league and first on his team. His assist numbers are also impressive, with an average of 7.5 assists per game, placing him fifth among point guards. Brunson has finished in the top five at his position in scoring in over 63% of games this season.
