New York Knicks’ Point Guard Out Indefinitely
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson has sustained a fracture in his left hand, the team announced Monday. The injury occurred during the Knicks’ 95-91 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night.
MRI Confirms Fracture
Brunson underwent an MRI on Monday which confirmed the fracture. The team has not yet released a timetable for his return, but he is expected to miss multiple weeks.
Brunson’s Impact
Brunson has been a key player for the Knicks this season, averaging 21.6 points and 6.2 assists per game. He has started all 52 games for the team and has been a consistent scoring threat.
Knicks Outlook
The Knicks are currently 25-27 and sit in eighth place in the Eastern Conference. Brunson’s absence will be a major blow to the team’s playoff hopes.
Possible Replacements
With Brunson out, the Knicks will likely turn to Immanuel Quickley or Derrick Rose to fill his role at point guard. Quickley has started 12 games this season and is averaging 8.9 points and 3.4 assists per game. Rose has been a veteran presence for the Knicks and is averaging 7.5 points and 3.7 assists per game.
Conclusion
Jalen Brunson’s left hand fracture is a major setback for the New York Knicks. The team will need to find a way to replace his production if they want to remain in contention for a playoff spot.
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