Jalen Brunson injury: suffers knee contusion vs. Cavaliers / News - Basketnews.com

Jalen Brunson suffered a left knee contusion less than a minute into Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, leading to his early exit, with coach Tom Thibodeau revealing no specific return timeline.

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Less than a minute into Sunday night's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, New York Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson suffered an injury.

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Coming off a screen for his first shot, he landed awkwardly, collapsing in pain on the floor. With assistance, Brunson made his way to the locker room.

Post-game, Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau disclosed that Brunson has a left knee contusion, with initial X-rays returning negative results. Initially declared as knee soreness, Brunson was deemed questionable to return in the second quarter but was ultimately ruled out during the third.

Thibodeau didn't provide a specific timetable for Brunson's return, leaving the team uncertain about his availability moving forward.

Despite Brunson's absence, the Knicks secured a 107-98 victory over the Cavaliers.

Brunson, earning his first All-Star Game selection this season, had been enjoying a stellar campaign, averaging career highs of 27.7 points and 6.7 assists.

The Knicks currently hold the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference, boasting a 36-25 record over 61 games.

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