Jalen Brunson's Historic 50-Point Game Leads Knicks to Victory Over Suns
Julius Randle ensures game ball security following recent NBA controversy, as Knicks begin challenging series on a high note.
- Jalen Brunson scored a career-high 50 points in the Knicks' win over the Suns, marking the first 50-point game of his career.
- Brunson's historic performance included a perfect 9-for-9 on 3-pointers, setting several records including the first player in NBA history with 50-plus points, five-plus assists, five-plus rebounds, five-plus steals and five-plus 3-pointers.
- Julius Randle secured the game ball for Brunson, a move prompted by a recent incident where Giannis Antetokounmpo lost his 64-point game ball.
- The Knicks' victory over the Suns was much needed, as it marked the start of a challenging series of games against teams currently above .500.
- Brunson's performance was praised for its unforced nature, with teammates noting that he wasn't trying to reach a certain point total, but rather making the right plays and hitting his shots.