Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks in scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday, putting up 27 points. He shot 7-of-15 from the field and added five assists in his 33 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, the Knicks lost 126-101.
What It Means
Brunson’s 27-point game marked another strong performance, surpassing his season average of 25 points per game. This was also a standout game for him as he led the team in both scoring and assists. Over recent games, Brunson has been consistent with his contributions, maintaining an average of 7.6 assists per game this season. He ranks third among point guards in scoring and fifth in assists league-wide. His shooting efficiency remains solid at 47.7% from the field and 38.6% from three-point range.
