Jalen Brunson Is Playing Like a Superstar-And the League Is Taking Notice
Jalen Brunson isn’t just taking another step forward this season-he’s making a leap that’s impossible to ignore. The Knicks guard has elevated his game to a level where MVP conversations aren’t just flattering-they’re warranted.
Through the early stretch of the season, Brunson has been nothing short of sensational. He’s averaging 28.5 points per game, and it’s not just the raw scoring that stands out-it’s how he’s doing it.
He’s controlling the tempo, picking apart defenses, and leading a Knicks team that’s sitting at 13-6, second in the Eastern Conference behind only the Detroit Pistons. That’s not a coincidence.
That’s Brunson’s impact.
Commanding the Floor, Controlling the Game
What makes Brunson’s rise so compelling is the way he plays. He’s not the flashiest athlete on the court, but he’s one of the smartest.
He operates with a calm, calculated style that throws defenders off balance. You can’t rush him.
You can’t fluster him. He’s playing chess while others are still figuring out the board.
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic summed it up perfectly after watching Brunson torch his team in a 116-94 Knicks win. “He’s the type of player that I can put in the category of Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic-different position, obviously.
But guys who are just playing at their own pace. You can’t speed them up.
Their awareness is amazing.”
That’s elite company. Doncic and Jokic are two of the most cerebral, unshakeable stars in the game today. To hear Brunson mentioned in that breath tells you everything about how far he’s come-and how he’s being viewed around the league.
From Star to Superstar
When Brunson joined the Knicks, expectations were high-but few saw this kind of ascension coming this quickly. He’s gone from a high-end starter to a legitimate All-NBA First Team candidate in a short span.
And it’s not just about the numbers. It’s the leadership, the poise, and the ability to deliver when it matters.
This version of Brunson isn’t just putting up big nights-he’s driving winning basketball. He’s the engine behind a Knicks team that looks like a real threat in the East. And as the season rolls on, New York’s hopes of making a deep playoff run are going to hinge on his ability to keep playing at this level.
He’s not just evolving-he’s arriving. And the rest of the NBA is starting to realize that Jalen Brunson isn’t just a rising star. He’s already one of the best in the game.