NBA star Lonzo Ball declares Jalen Brunson ‘the best Knick to do it’ amid New York’s NBA Finals run Veteran NBA guard Lonzo Ball has declared Jalen Brunson as “the best Knick to do it…like ever” in a post on X, following Brunson’s 30-point performance in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Brunson has become a key player for the Knicks, leading their charge to their first NBA Finals appearance in over two decades. While Brunson’s clutch play is strengthening his claim to franchise lore, he faces comparison to storied past players like Willis Reed, Patrick Ewing, and Walt Frazier.

• Lonzo Ball stated Jalen Brunson is the best player in Knicks history.
• Brunson scored 30 points to help the Knicks win Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
• This is the Knicks’ first NBA Finals appearance in over two decades.
• Brunson’s performance could solidify his place among franchise legends like Willis Reed and Patrick Ewing.
• The NBA is investigating an incident involving Brunson and courtside fans during Game 1.