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NBA·ANALYSIS·October 8, 2026 09:13 PM ET

Jalen Brunson completes acrobatic layup against Wizards

Knicks hold a 72-67 advantage in the ongoing exhibition.

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What happened: Jalen Brunson navigated through multiple defenders to score an acrobatic layup off the glass during the New York Knicks' preseason game against the Washington Wizards. New York held a 72-67 advantage while the contest remained in progress.

Why it matters: The exhibition allows both franchises to evaluate their rotations and build rhythm ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season. The matchup also provides a live look at New York's backcourt execution in traffic.

By the numbers: New York entered the contest scoring 111.9 points per game and allowing 105.2, while Washington yielded 128.7 points defensively.

What to watch: Both teams will finish the live contest as they continue their preseason preparations.

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