Jalen Brunson Heckled by Father During NBA 3-Point Contest

Knicks' guard Jalen Brunson was called a 'bum' by his own father, Rick Brunson, a Knicks assistant, during the NBA All-Star weekend's three-point shooting contest.

Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks guard, was heckled by his father, Rick Brunson, during the NBA All-Star weekend's three-point shooting contest, being called a 'bum'.
Rick Brunson, also a Knicks assistant, expressed his disappointment humorously, mentioning a missed opportunity to finish his basement with the contest's prize money.
Jalen Brunson was eliminated in the first round of the contest, which was won by Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard.
Despite the heckling, Jalen Brunson has had a standout season, averaging over 27 points per game and being named to his first All-Star game.
The incident was shared by Jalen Brunson on the 'Roommates Show' podcast, co-hosted with Knicks teammate Josh Hart.