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Jalen Brunson's All-Star Banter and Shooting Stars Win Showcase Knicks' Chemistry

Brunson's playful jab at Josh Hart highlights the tight-knit culture fueling New York's surge.

Overview

  • During All-Star media, Brunson jokingly called No. 3 Josh Hart “the most annoying person ever,” a lighthearted nod to their long-standing bond.
  • Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Knicks legend Allan Houston won the Shooting Stars competition, with Rick Brunson serving as the event’s passer.
  • On stage after the win, Brunson playfully roasted his father and Knicks assistant Rick Brunson, underscoring the group’s easy rapport.
  • Brunson also praised OG Anunoby as a great teammate and on-court difference maker, citing his impact and personality.
  • New York entered the All-Star break 35-20 and third in the East after winning 8 of 10 games, a stretch that followed a players-only meeting led by Brunson.