Childhood and Education Journey of Jalen Brunson in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Jalen Brunson. A timeline of key moments.

Jalen Brunson is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the New York Knicks in the NBA. Drafted 33rd overall in 2018 by the Dallas Mavericks, where he spent his first four seasons, Brunson had a successful college career at Villanova, winning two national championships. As a junior, he was recognized as the national player of the year.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

August 31, 1996: Jalen Brunson Born

On August 31, 1996, Jalen Marquis Brunson was born. He is now a professional basketball player in the NBA.

Others born on this day/year

2001: Sister Erica Born

Around 2001, Jalen Brunson's sister, Erica, was born.

2010: Family Moved to Lincolnshire, Illinois

In 2010, the Brunson family settled in Lincolnshire, Illinois, where Jalen Brunson played high school basketball.

April 2014: College Visits

In April 2014, Illinois, Purdue, Kansas and Villanova made in-home visits to Jalen Brunson for college recruitment.

May 3, 2014: Announced Top 8 Schools

On May 3, 2014, Jalen Brunson announced the eight schools he was considering for college basketball: UConn, Michigan State, Illinois, Kansas, Purdue, Villanova, Michigan, and Temple.

2015: Participated in All-Star Games and Won FIBA MVP

In 2015, Brunson participated in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game, Jordan Brand Classic, and Nike Hoop Summit. He also won MVP of the 2015 FIBA Under-19 World Cup.