New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson had an unfortunate setback during Wednesday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings. Brunson suffered a sprained right ankle in the first quarter and could not return. The game resulted in a 112-101 defeat for the Knicks.
Brunson’s Injury Details
The injury occurred at the 7:01 mark of the first quarter. Brunson limped off the court after an awkward step following a pass. Initially deemed questionable for a return, he was ultimately ruled out by halftime.
Performance Before Injury
- Brunson scored four points in just five minutes of play.
- He left the arena without speaking to reporters but showed no visible limp.
- He was not wearing a walking boot when exiting the tunnel.
Coach’s Comments on the Loss
Knicks head coach Mike Brown described the performance as “one of the worst, if not the worst, games we’ve played the entire year.” He pointed out a lack of response from the team after Brunson’s exit.
Past Injury Challenges
- Brunson missed two games in mid-November due to a right ankle sprain against the Orlando Magic.
- Last season, he sat out nearly a month after another sprained ankle against the Los Angeles Lakers.
- He also faced foot tweaks during the playoff run to the Eastern Conference finals.
Team Outlook and Next Matchup
The Knicks had recently begun to regain some health in the lineup. Josh Hart returned to the court after missing eight games due to an ankle sprain suffered on Christmas Day. During Hart’s absence, the Knicks recorded a 3-5 record but still hold second place in the Eastern Conference with a 25-15 record.
The Knicks are set to face the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco on Friday night, continuing a challenging stretch in their schedule.
