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Who is Jalen Brunson?

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Jalen Brunson is a star point guard for the New York Knicks of the NBA who is known for his strength and speed. Brunson played college basketball at Villanova, where he helped win NCAA national championships in 2016 and 2018. After beginning his professional career in 2018 with the Dallas Mavericks, Brunson signed with the Knicks in 2022 and quickly became a hero to the New York City fan base for his gritty determination and clutch shotmaking. In 2026 he led the team to an NBA championship and was named MVP of the finals.