Jalen Brunson recently underwent surgery to address a tendon issue in his left hand and wrist, according to a source. The procedure took place at the Hospital for Special Surgery, and his recovery is expected to take between six to eight weeks.
Reports indicating the surgery was on his right hand and scheduled for the future have been corrected; the operation has already occurred and involved his left hand and wrist.
Brunson played through the discomfort during the NBA Finals, an injury that reportedly impacted his shooting, particularly in the early stages of games. The adrenaline of competition helped mask the pain, allowing him to become more effective as games progressed. Despite the injury, he delivered a notable performance in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, scoring 45 points as the Knicks secured their first championship since 1973.