A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jalen Brunson.
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, he spent his first four NBA seasons there. Brunson's college career at Villanova University was highly decorated. As a junior, he earned the National Player of the Year award. He also secured two national championships during his time playing for Villanova.
1965: Longest Streak By Knicks Guard
In 1965, Knicks guard Dick Barnett achieved the longest streak by a Knicks guard since Jalen Brunson, logging 25 or more points in 12 consecutive contests.
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1973: Oscar Robertson's Playoff Series Record
In the 1973 NBA playoffs, Oscar Robertson was the first of two NBA players to have three 35+-point/10+-assist games in an NBA playoff series.
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1984: Bernard King's Playoff Record
During the 1984 NBA playoffs, Bernard King twice scored 46 points in a single game, setting a Knicks single-game playoff record at the time.
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March 18, 1988: Michael Jordan Stats
On March 18, 1988, Michael Jordan recorded at least 50 points, nine assists, five rebounds, and five steals, a feat that Jalen Brunson later matched.
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1989: Michael Jordan's Consecutive 40-Point Games
During the 1989 NBA playoffs, Michael Jordan closed out an NBA playoff series with 3 consecutive 40+-point games.
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1993: Michael Jordan's NBA Finals Performance
In the 1993 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan was the most recent player before Jalen Brunson to score 40+ points in four consecutive playoff games.
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1994: Stephon Marbury's Assists Record
In the 1994 FIBA Americas U18 Championship, Stephon Marbury recorded 12 assists against Brazil, a record that was later surpassed by Jalen Brunson.
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November 1996: Scottie Pippen's NBA Record
In November 1996, Scottie Pippen set the NBA record for the highest single-month plus-minus with 272.
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February 4, 2003: Latrell Sprewell Perfect Three-Point Game
On February 4, 2003, Latrell Sprewell of the New York Knicks set an NBA record by going 9-9 from the three-point line, a feat that Jalen Brunson would later tie.
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April 14, 2006: Ben Gordon Ties Perfect Three-Point Record
On April 14, 2006, Ben Gordon, playing for the Bulls, tied the NBA record for a perfect three-point game by going 9-9, a mark later equaled by Jalen Brunson.
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March 21, 2012: Ben Gordon Ties Perfect Three-Point Record Again
On March 21, 2012, Ben Gordon, playing for the Pistons, again tied the NBA record for a perfect three-point game by going 9-9, a mark later equaled by Jalen Brunson.
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2012: All-Lake County Honorable Mention
In 2012, Brunson was an All–Lake County honorable mention selection as a freshman.
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January 24, 2014: Carmelo Anthony's Knicks Franchise Record
On January 24, 2014, Carmelo Anthony set the Knicks franchise record for most points in a game.
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February 21, 2014: Scored 57 Points
On February 21, 2014, as a junior, Brunson scored 57 points in a double overtime victory over Lake Forest High School, setting school records.
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March 21, 2014: IHSA Playoff Scoring Record
On March 21, 2014, Brunson set the IHSA playoff single game scoring record against Whitney Young High School with 56 points.
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2015: Ranked as top player in the junior season
By the conclusion of the class of 2015's junior season, Brunson was the only point guard that was ranked in the top 25 players
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2015: McDonald's All-American, Jordan Brand Classic, Nike Hoop Summit
In 2015, Brunson participated in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game, Jordan Brand Classic and Nike Hoop Summit. He also led Stevenson to the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 4A championship and won Illinois Mr. Basketball and earned the MVP of the 2015 FIBA Under-19 World Cup.
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2015: Preseason Watchlist and Big East Selection
In 2015, Brunson was a selection to the Bob Cousy Award preseason watchlist and was selected as the Big East Conference Preseason Freshman of the Year.
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2015: Big East Freshman of the Week
In 2015, Brunson was named Big East Freshman of the Week after averaging 15.3 points during a 3-0 week for Villanova.
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2015: Illinois Mr. Basketball and State Championship
In 2015, Brunson won Illinois Mr. Basketball and led Stevenson to the IHSA Class 4A title, scoring a record 30 points in the championship game.
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2015: McDonald's All-American Game Roster Selection
On January 28, 2015, Brunson was named to the 2015 McDonald's All-American Boys Game roster.
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2015: Prior Record
Prior to 2015, 5 players had gone 7-7 in an NBA half (first by Raef LaFrentz).
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October 16, 2016: Anthony Davis Stats
On October 16, 2016, Anthony Davis recorded 50 points, five assists, and five steals, a feat that Jalen Brunson later matched.
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2016: Preseason All-Big East Honorable Mention
In 2016, Brunson was a preseason All-Big East honorable mention selection.
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2016: NCAA Champion
In 2016, Jalen Brunson and the Villanova Wildcats won the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, defeating the North Carolina Tar Heels 77-74. He was a starter on the team.
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February 10, 2017: Carmelo Anthony's Shooting Performance
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, showcasing his shooting ability.
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2017: All-Big East First Team Selection
In 2017, Brunson was a unanimous selection to the All-Big East first team.
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2017: National Player of the Year
In 2017, Brunson was the National Player of the Year for the championship season of the 2017–18 Villanova Wildcats.
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2018: All-American
In 2018, Brunson was a Consensus first-team All-American for the championship season of the 2017–18 Wildcats.
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2018: Awards and Honors
In 2018, Jalen Brunson received numerous awards and honors, including being named a consensus first-team All-American, USBWA Oscar Robertson Trophy winner, Associated Press College Basketball Player of the Year, Naismith College Player of the Year, and John R. Wooden Award winner.
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March 12, 2019: Career High 34 Points
On March 12, 2019, Jalen Brunson scored a career-high 34 points in a game against the San Antonio Spurs, showcasing his growing offensive capabilities.
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December 17, 2019: College Basketball Player of the Decade
On December 17, 2019, Jalen Brunson was named college basketball player of the decade by Sporting News, acknowledging his outstanding achievements and impact during that period.
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2021: Career Highs
During the 2021 NBA season, Jalen Brunson achieved career highs in points, rebounds, and assists, demonstrating his improved performance and contribution to the team.
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2021: Prior Record
Prior to the 2021-22 NBA season, 5 players had gone 7-7 in an NBA half (all before 2015, first by Raef LaFrentz).
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November 20, 2023: NBA Player of the Week Award
On November 20, 2023, Jalen Brunson earned his second NBA Player of the Week award, recognizing his outstanding performance with the Knicks.
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2024: NBA All-Star and All-NBA Team Selection
In 2024, Brunson became an NBA All-Star and received an All-NBA Team selection for the first time.
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January 25, 2025: Named All-Star Starter
On January 25, 2025, Jalen Brunson was selected as an Eastern Conference starter for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game.
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