Jalen Brunson recorded four consecutive 40-point performances in the NBA playoffs, a rare feat accomplished by only four players in history. This remarkable achievement places him in the company of basketball legends such as Michael Jordan, Jerry West, and Bernard King, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats.
A Legacy of Greatness
Brunson’s latest display of brilliance occurred in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Indiana Pacers. With an explosive fourth-quarter performance, he led the New York Knicks to a thrilling 121-117 victory, scoring 43 points and showcasing his ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most.
This is my biggest gripe about basketball in the postseason because Jalen brunson is over here hitting the fucking statue of liberty and getting FT’s for it
Shits just not basketball bro pic.twitter.com/WYaZr6lEme
— Yeah Yeah! (@YeahYeahOkBro) May 7, 2024
A Heroic Performance
This heroic performance was just the latest chapter in Brunson’s historic postseason run, which began in the first round against the Philadelphia 76ers. In three consecutive games, he scored 47, 40, and 41 points, respectively, leading the Knicks to victory and establishing himself as a bona fide scoring machine. His average of 35.5 points per game in the first round is truly staggering.
Jalen Brunson started the playoffs 2-for-9 from short mid-range (up to 17 feet from basket). Since then he has gone 24-for-43 (55.8% FG – an ELITE number).
Check out these makes. These are HIGHLY contested shots.
The guy is a certified Playoff Shot Maker pic.twitter.com/CXJVPy0iEZ
— DJ (@DJAceNBA) May 7, 2024
A Journey Continues
“To me right now it’s Jalen Brunson and Anthony Edwards, these two guys are so critical to their teams, they’re so aggressive.”@ChandlerParsons reacts to another 40-point game from Jalen Brunson pic.twitter.com/buYp4oSYlK
— Run It Back (@RunItBackFDTV) May 7, 2024
As Jalen Brunson continues his quest for postseason glory, he adds to his legacy with each 40-point basket he scores. His name will undoubtedly be remembered among the greatest to ever play the game, and basketball fans worldwide will be eagerly watching to see what he accomplishes next.
Jalen Brunson recorded four consecutive 40-point performances in the NBA playoffs, a rare feat accomplished by only four players in history. This remarkable achievement places him in the company of basketball legends such as Michael Jordan, Jerry West, and Bernard King, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats.
A Legacy of Greatness
Brunson’s latest display of brilliance occurred in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Indiana Pacers. With an explosive fourth-quarter performance, he led the New York Knicks to a thrilling 121-117 victory, scoring 43 points and showcasing his ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most.
This is my biggest gripe about basketball in the postseason because Jalen brunson is over here hitting the fucking statue of liberty and getting FT’s for it
Shits just not basketball bro pic.twitter.com/WYaZr6lEme
— Yeah Yeah! (@YeahYeahOkBro) May 7, 2024
A Heroic Performance
This heroic performance was just the latest chapter in Brunson’s historic postseason run, which began in the first round against the Philadelphia 76ers. In three consecutive games, he scored 47, 40, and 41 points, respectively, leading the Knicks to victory and establishing himself as a bona fide scoring machine. His average of 35.5 points per game in the first round is truly staggering.
Jalen Brunson started the playoffs 2-for-9 from short mid-range (up to 17 feet from basket). Since then he has gone 24-for-43 (55.8% FG – an ELITE number).
Check out these makes. These are HIGHLY contested shots.
The guy is a certified Playoff Shot Maker pic.twitter.com/CXJVPy0iEZ
— DJ (@DJAceNBA) May 7, 2024
A Journey Continues
“To me right now it’s Jalen Brunson and Anthony Edwards, these two guys are so critical to their teams, they’re so aggressive.”@ChandlerParsons reacts to another 40-point game from Jalen Brunson pic.twitter.com/buYp4oSYlK
— Run It Back (@RunItBackFDTV) May 7, 2024
As Jalen Brunson continues his quest for postseason glory, he adds to his legacy with each 40-point basket he scores. His name will undoubtedly be remembered among the greatest to ever play the game, and basketball fans worldwide will be eagerly watching to see what he accomplishes next.
