History of Jalen Brunson in Timeline

Jalen Brunson is a professional basketball player currently playing for the New York Knicks in the NBA. He was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in 2018, playing four seasons with them. Prior to his NBA career, Brunson played college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats, where he achieved significant success, including being named national player of the year and winning two national championships.

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1961: Richie Guerin ties franchise record

In 1961, Richie Guerin tied Knicks franchise single-season 30-point games record

1984: Bernard King's 5 consecutive 35+-point games

In 1984, Bernard King had 5 consecutive 35+-point games for the Knicks.

March 18, 1988: Michael Jordan records at least 50 points, nine assists, five rebounds and five steals

On March 18, 1988, Michael Jordan recorded at least 50 points, nine assists, five rebounds and five steals.

1989: Patrick Ewing ties franchise record

In 1989, Patrick Ewing tied Knicks franchise single-season 30-point games record

November 1996: Scottie Pippen single-month plus-minus record

In November 1996, Scottie Pippen set the single-month plus-minus record in the NBA.

February 4, 2003: Latrell Sprewell ties the NBA record for perfect three point performance

On February 4, 2003, New York Knick Latrell Sprewell tied an NBA record for perfect three point performance, going 9-9.

April 14, 2006: Ben Gordon ties the NBA record for perfect three point performance

On April 14, 2006, Ben Gordon for the Chicago Bulls tied an NBA record for perfect three point performance, going 9-9.

March 21, 2012: Ben Gordon ties the NBA record for perfect three point performance

On March 21, 2012, Ben Gordon for the Detroit Pistons tied an NBA record for perfect three point performance, going 9-9.

2012: Carmelo Anthony's 6 consecutive 35+-point games

In 2012, Carmelo Anthony had 6 consecutive 35+-point games for the Knicks.

January 24, 2014: Carmelo Anthony sets Knicks franchise record

On January 24, 2014, Carmelo Anthony set the Knicks franchise record for points.

October 16, 2016: Anthony Davis records 50 points, five assists, and five steals

On October 16, 2016, Anthony Davis recorded 50 points, five assists, and five steals.

February 10, 2017: Carmelo Anthony goes 5-5 on three point shots

On February 10, 2017, Carmelo Anthony went 5-5 on three point shots (8-8 from the field) in a quarter and 6-6 in a half for the Knicks.

December 30, 2017: Brunson scores 31 points in loss to Butler

On December 30, 2017, Jalen Brunson scored 31 points for Villanova against Butler. Despite his efforts, Villanova lost its first game of the season to Butler.

June 21, 2018: Brunson drafted by Dallas Mavericks

On June 21, 2018, Jalen Brunson was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks with the 33rd overall pick in the NBA draft. He was the fourth and final Villanova player selected in the 2018 NBA draft.

October 17, 2018: Brunson makes NBA debut

On October 17, 2018, Jalen Brunson made his NBA debut for the Dallas Mavericks. In a 100–121 loss against the Phoenix Suns, he recorded three points, one rebound, and one assist.

March 12, 2019: Brunson posts career high 34 points

On March 12, 2019, Jalen Brunson posted a career-high of 34 points, along with five rebounds, four assists, and a steal, in a 105–112 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

December 16, 2019: Brunson helps Mavericks end Bucks' win streak

On December 16, 2019, with Luka Dončić out and Jalen Brunson starting, the Mavericks ended the Milwaukee Bucks' 18-game win streak. Brunson posted a career-high 11 assists and his first double-double of the season with 13 points.

December 17, 2019: Brunson named college basketball player of the decade by Sporting News

On December 17, 2019, Jalen Brunson was named college basketball player of the decade by Sporting News.

March 13, 2020: Brunson undergoes shoulder surgery

On March 13, 2020, Jalen Brunson underwent surgery to repair a labrum injury in his right shoulder.

April 16, 2022: Brunson logs 24 points in playoff game against Utah Jazz

On April 16, 2022, during Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs, Jalen Brunson logged 24 points, seven rebounds and five assists in a 93–99 loss to the Utah Jazz.

June 2, 2022: Brunson's father hired by New York Knicks

On June 2, 2022, Jalen Brunson's father was hired by the New York Knicks as an assistant coach.

July 12, 2022: Brunson signs with New York Knicks

On July 12, 2022, Jalen Brunson signed a four-year, $104 million contract with the New York Knicks.

January 4, 2023: Brunson scores 38 points against San Antonio Spurs

On January 4, 2023, Jalen Brunson scored 38 points, along with seven rebounds and six assists, in a 117–114 win over the San Antonio Spurs.

November 20, 2023: Brunson earns NBA Player of the Week award

On November 20, 2023, Jalen Brunson earned his second NBA Player of the Week award. The Knicks went 3–1, and he averaged 28.5 points and 6.5 assists, including back-to-back 32-point performances.

January 1, 2024: Brunson posts career-high 14 assists

On January 1, 2024, in new teammate OG Anunoby's debut with the Knicks, Jalen Brunson posted a career-high 14 assists against the Minnesota Timberwolves.