New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson is expected to miss time, likely not returning until early April due to a sprained right ankle. Early reports suggest he could miss up to 14 games, including matchups against the Milwaukee Bucks and Cleveland Cavaliers.

During a recent game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Brunson injured his ankle when landing awkwardly after making a play. Subsequently, he stayed in to shoot free throws but had to leave the game.

Background on the Injury

Brunson has been key to the Knicks’ success this season. Since his arrival in 2022, they have seen considerable improvement. However, the Knicks have struggled offensively in his absence, with points dropping from 118 to 113 per 100 possessions.

Coach Tom Thibodeau spoke highly of Brunson’s tenacity:

“His mental toughness is through the roof. It doesn’t surprise me that he played until he could barely move.”

As Brunson recovers, players like Karl-Anthony Towns will need to step up to replace his pivotal role in the game. Josh Hart commented on the unfortunate situation, stating:

“It’s a bummer of an injury.”

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