New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson recently underwent surgery to address a tendon issue in his left hand and wrist, the same hand he uses for shooting. The procedure took place at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
Despite playing through significant discomfort during the NBA Finals, Brunson was instrumental in leading the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years. In the decisive Game 5, he recorded 45 points, three rebounds, three assists, and two steals, shooting 14-of-27 from the field, while managing his injured shooting hand.
Brunson had been experiencing pain throughout the Finals, which initially affected his shooting accuracy in the early games. However, he was able to manage the pain as the series progressed, fueled by adrenaline. Over the course of the Finals, he averaged 26 shots per game, making 11 on average for a 42.1 percent field goal percentage, slightly below his season average of 46.7 percent. He consistently scored at least 20 points per game, including a 36-point performance in Game 4.
His performance in the championship series earned him the Finals MVP award and solidified his status as a key figure in New York basketball history. The recovery period following the surgery is expected to take several weeks, potentially impacting the start of his preseason training routine.