Jalen Brunson Injury: Jalen Brunson appeared to have an ankle injury early in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night, and New York Knicks fans held their breath. Concerned, the All-NBA point guard changed his ankle after stepping on Caleb Martin’s foot, hobbling off the court and into the locker room.

Brunson was struggling overall at the time of the incident, shooting only 1-for-7 from the field and 0-for-3 from three-point range. Despite his poor shooting, the 28-year-old had four points, five assists, and one rebound after 19 minutes of play.

Fortunately, the Knicks’ injury fears subsided swiftly. Stephanie Ready of TNT provided a positive report on Brunson’s preparation to return to play. His presence is critical for the Knicks, who have struggled with injuries to Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa early this season.

Brunson’s comeback propelled the club to a 12-3 third-quarter run, demonstrating the importance of his leadership. New York will need his playmaking and scoring skills to stay competitive in the tough Eastern Conference after a 4-5 start, especially against players like Joel Embiid and Paul George.

With Brunson back, the Knicks’ formidable attack—which now ranks second in the league—will receive a significant boost. Brunson’s health and performance will be critical to New York’s success if they continue their pursuit.