Brunson grouped with Jordan, James after Finals MVP run

Knicks open upcoming season with defense ahead.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

In 2025-26, Jalen Brunson became the sixth player to lead the NBA Playoffs in scoring (28.4 PPG) and earn NBA Finals MVP Via @NBAPR on X

What happened: Jalen Brunson earned Finals MVP honors for the 2025-26 season. The league note places him in a past group that includes Michael Jordan and LeBron James for leading a postseason in scoring before earning the honor.

Why it matters: The honor puts Brunson alongside past honorees cited by the league. It sets the standard for New York as the club begins defense of its Finals MVP campaign.

What to watch: The game has not started yet. New York remains in preseason ahead of the upcoming season.

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