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'A Great Addition For Us' – New York Knicks’ Acquisition of Former Sixth Man of the Year Gets Jalen Brunson’s Approval

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Jordan Samar | Last updated Jul 25, 2025 10:12 AM ET

The New York Knicks recently signed Jordan Clarkson to a one-year deal in one of their notable free agent moves this summer, and Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart like the acquisition.

Speaking on The Roommates Show podcast, Brunson and Hart explained how Clarkson will help the New York Knicks and how he fits into their timeline.

“I was excited,” Hart said about Clarkson. “I mean, great dude, gonna fit right into the culture that we have, obviously, something that can create his own shot. (Clarkson) can break down the defense, and we needed at times, you know, last year. So it would be a great addition in terms of role. And also as a locker room guy.”

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“I know him. I’m not as close with him as Josh, obviously, but I know him,” Brunson added. “I talked to him a little bit. Good dude. He surrounds himself with some good people whom I know. A great addition for us, sure.”

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In the same podcast episode, Jalen Brunson also approves of the New York Knicks’ appointment of Mike Brown, who is also a two-time NBA Coach of the Year, like his predecessor, Tom Thibodeau.

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“I never had a relationship with him, but he always said kind words as an opposing coach. Always shook his hand, said what’s up, gave him a head nod,” Brunson said about Brown. “He’s really animated, he wants the best for his team, he wants to push his team in any way, shape, he can. So I’m excited for this and I’m excited to see where he can take us. It should be fun.”

“Just getting to know him, know his background. He’s had a great journey to be where he’s at now. I have a lot of respect for guys who work hard, and I feel like he’s worked very hard to be in his position that he’s in,” he concluded.