Karl-Anthony Towns now expects the New York Knicks to make a ‘Steph Curry’ adjustment for Jalen Brunson next season

Karl-Anthony Towns draws Stephen Curry comparison for Jalen Brunson’s off-ball movement role

The offensive adjustment prompted Karl-Anthony Towns to compare Brunson’s future role to Stephen Curry’s off-ball effectiveness.

Towns believes the system change could maximize Brunson’s scoring efficiency through improved positioning and movement.

“JB is one of the best point guards in the NBA, so of course, when he has the ball in his hands, everyone takes notice,” Towns explained.

“If Mike has said that, then we’re going to need to do a better job at getting him open. Like Steph Curry, we’re going to have to find ways to make it easier for him to get the ball with space and help him get clean looks at the rim.”

Towns immediately connected Brown’s strategy to the Warriors’ successful model with their superstar guard.

“I don’t know too much right now, but what I can say is that if he said that, then my idea already goes to thinking of Steph Curry,” he added.

Statistical evidence supports catch-and-shoot approach for Jalen Brunson

The strategic shift has statistical merit based on Brunson’s shooting splits from last season.

While he shot 38.3% from three-point range overall, his efficiency varied significantly based on shot creation method.

Brunson converted 42.1% of catch-and-shoot three-pointers compared to 37.1% on pull-up attempts.

The five-percentage-point difference suggests meaningful improvement potential through increased off-ball opportunities.

Creating more catch-and-shoot situations could significantly benefit the Knicks’ offensive efficiency, though implementation requires finding suitable playmakers to replace Brunson’s ball-handling duties.

“How do we find ways to get him open with screens and movement that can make it easier on him to get to the basket or shoot the ball?” Towns questioned.

The Knicks must identify players capable of handling primary playmaking responsibilities while maintaining the offensive gravity that Brunson typically provides.

Candidates include Towns himself , Mikal Bridges, or new acquisitions like Jordan Clarkson.

The system’s success depends on finding players who can create advantages for others while Brunson operates more efficiently in catch-and-shoot situations.

Brown’s offensive evolution could unlock new levels of production from the Knicks’ franchise cornerstone.