The San Antonio Spurs are limiting New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson with an aggressive, physical style in the NBA Finals, a tactic that has stalled New York’s offense and forced the Knicks to find a quick counter.
Published on June 9, 2026, the report notes that Brunson has faced constant contact whenever he handles the ball, a strategy designed to disrupt his rhythm and decision-making. With Brunson pressured on nearly every possession, New York’s half-court sets have struggled to flow, leading to fewer clean looks for his teammates.
Knicks players and coaches acknowledge that the Spurs’ approach is “wrecking everything” they run. New York now plans to match San Antonio’s physicality, hoping to free Brunson through stronger screens and quicker ball movement in the next game of the series.
Source: New York Post
