No traditional NBA narrative is holding Jalen Brunson back as he reaches Knicks greatness
Jalen Brunson is reaching greatness with the New York Knicks, defying traditional NBA narratives. He achieved success through hard work, having played for a public high school in Illinois with no notable basketball reputation. Brunson's determination and perseverance have paid off, as he has become a key player for the Knicks, leading them to an NBA Finals Game 1 win over the Spurs.
- ▪Jalen Brunson was the star of his Illinois public high school basketball team despite the school having no notable basketball reputation.
- ▪He battled against prep powerhouses in Chicago, losing to future top-five NBA picks Jabari Parker and Jahlil Okafor.
- ▪Brunson's hard work and determination have led to his success with the New York Knicks, including a win in NBA Finals Game 1 against the Spurs.
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exclusive details New York Knicks Stefan Bondy No traditional NBA narrative is holding Jalen Brunson back as he reaches Knicks greatness By Stefan Bondy Published June 4, 2026, 9:26 p.m. ET Jalen Brunson after hitting a shot in the Knicks' NBA Finals Game 1 win over the Spurs on June 3, 2026 in San Antonio. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post There was an easy way for Jalen Brunson. Not surprisingly, he picked the other path. The point guard was the star of an Illinois public high school with no basketball esteem or blue-chip prospects. He battled the prep powerhouses of Chicago, losing as a sophomore to 6-foot-8 Jabari Parker and as a junior to 6-10 Jahlil Okafor, both future top-five NBA picks.
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