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Brunson Injured, X-Rays Reassuring
The New York Knicks got a scare early on Sunday night when All-Star guard Jalen Brunson went down with a left knee injury in the first minute of their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, X-rays later revealed it was just a contusion, and the Knicks rallied for a 107-98 win.
Knicks Step Up in Brunson’s Absence
Brunson, who has been carrying the Knicks’ offense with several players out injured, landed awkwardly after attempting a jump shot and limped off the court. He did not return to the game, but the good news is that the injury is not serious.
In Brunson’s absence, Josh Hart stepped up with a triple-double (13 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists). Miles McBride, who replaced Brunson and played the entire game, also played a key role with 16 points and a crucial late-game three-pointer.
Donte DiVincenzo led the Knicks in scoring with 28 points, while Bojan Bogdanovic added 20 points off the bench.
Cavaliers Struggle Without Key Players
For the Cavaliers, who were also missing leading scorer Donovan Mitchell and top substitute Caris LeVert, Sam Merrill had a career-high 21 points on seven three-pointers. However, no Cleveland starter managed to score 20 points.
The win snapped the Knicks’ eight-game losing streak and showed their resilience despite being shorthanded. They are now hoping for Brunson’s quick return, but even without him, they were able to find a way to win against a depleted Cavaliers team.
More Source: https://nypost.com/2024/03/03/sports/knicks-breathe-sigh-of-relief-after-scary-jalen-brunson-injury-moment/
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