Jalen Brunson still searching for peak form as Knicks vie for NBA title
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NEW YORK — Guard Jalen Brunson acknowledged on June 7, 2026, that he has yet to reach his highest level of play during the NBA Finals, even as the New York Knicks continue their push for the franchise’s first championship since 1973.
The 29-year-old floor general, who led New York in scoring throughout the regular season, said his performance so far in the series has not matched his own expectations. “I know I can be better,” Brunson told reporters after a team workout. “The important thing is to keep finding ways to help us win.”
Head coach Tom Thibodeau expressed confidence that Brunson will elevate his game as the best-of-seven showdown progresses. “Jalen’s competitive spirit never wavers,” Thibodeau said. “He sets the tone for our group, and we believe his best is still ahead in this series.”
The Knicks remain focused on maintaining home-court advantage when the Finals shift to Madison Square Garden for the next two contests. Brunson emphasized that individual numbers matter less than securing victories. “All that counts is the final score,” he said. “If I’m doing everything I can to impact winning, the rest will take care of itself.”
Source: New York Post
