Detroit – After Jalen Brunson hit his series-ending three-pointer on Thursday night, he was mobbed by teammates and well-wishers. The final moment of the game came with 5.4 seconds left, when Brunson shook off an all-world defender and sank a clutch three-pointer to send the Knicks to the second round.
Brunson’s performance in this year’s playoffs has been nothing short of spectacular. For the second straight spring, he led his team to victory on the last minute, earning praise from coach Tom Thibodeau and teammate Karl-Anthony Towns. “He’s at his best when his best is needed,” said Thibodeau. Brunson’s clutch shooting has been a key factor in the Knicks’ success this season.
The win marked a major milestone for Brunson, who was instrumental in guiding his team to victory against a tough Pistons squad. His teammates and coaches are hailing him as one of the greatest clutch players in the NBA, with Karl-Anthony Towns describing him as “the Clutch Player of the Year.”
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