Jalen Brunson addresses Knick fans on his LinkedIn, which I've been told before he has a legitimate hand in running:
"Winning an NBA Championship with the New York Knicks is everything I ever dreamed of. The fans, the city, this organization… This is why I came to New York.
I’m so proud of this team. No matter the situation, we never stopped believing in each other or lost sight of our goal.
With enough work and enough belief, your dreams are possible and you can overcome any obstacle. Whatever it is in life, believe that you belong.
People might disagree but let that strengthen your belief because with hard work, preparation, and the right mindset, anything is possible.
I can't wait to celebrate with my family, my teammates, the city of New York, and everyone who's been here from day one. We don’t win this championship without you!
I also look forward to continuing to support other people's dreams through my work with the Second Round Foundation, where our mission is helping young people determine their own success no matter where they come from.
It is important to me to support the under-resourced, under-represented, and under-estimated, and to ensure that they have the tools, guidance, and belief they need to achieve their dreams.
Thank you, New York. I am forever grateful. And always remember…The Magic is in the Work.
- JB"
Two things I know are true:
1. Jalen Brunson will eventually figure out whatever defense or defender you throw at him.
2. The bigger the pressure moment, the better he gets.
Got a generational playoff whistle, bricked clutch shots for five games, tried to injure guys, had an objectively terrible offensive series, took no accountability as a leader of his teammates.