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Back to EpisodesHow Brunson's clutch scoring can lead the Knicks to a repeat title + does Giannis to the Heat make any sense?
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Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine dive into Jalen Brunson's role in the Knicks’ magical postseason run to become the 2026 NBA champions.
The duo breaks down the keys to the Knicks’ success, including Jalen Brunson’s historic Finals performance, New York’s record-breaking postseason point differential and how the Knicks’ defense played a large part in their path to the title. Plus, what’s the likelihood that New York can become back-to-back champs?
Later, the pair gives the latest on the Giannis trade sweepstakes and previews the 2026 NBA Draft.
(1:46) The Big Number: Jalen Brunson's clutch points
(30:43) Little Numbers: Knicks contracts next season
(36:10) Little Numbers: New York's defense
(42:17) Little Numbers: Knicks regular-season clutch points
(51:14) Giannis trade rumors update
(1:01:16) 2026 NBA Draft preview
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