The Knicks’ success in the 2026 NBA Finals against the Spurs has been overshadowed by Jalen Brunson’s struggles, as the team has been outscored by 13 points with him on the court. Despite averaging 27.3 points per game, Brunson’s shooting has been poor at 37% overall and 31.8% from three, along with multiple turnovers. His defensive rating is among the worst in the series, and he acknowledged the need for improvement in the team’s offensive flow. Heading into Game 4, concerns about his performance and the Knicks’ overall strategy have surfaced.



