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Jalen Brunson has surpassed the heights his father, Rick Brunson, reached during his NBA career. Whenever the two-time All-Star gets the opportunity to show gratitude to his dad, he takes it.

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Former Knicks Guard Calls For Assistant Coach's Promotion

Iman Shumpert wants the New York Knicks to become a family business. Shumpert is the latest Manhattan alum to sound off on the team's active coaching vacancy, calling for the Knicks to promote associate head coach Rick Brunson to the top spot while covering Game 1 of the NBA Finals for ESPN.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 6

Bill Simmons questions the role Jalen Brunson’s dad will play in Knicks’ HC search

Following the New York Knicks’ surprising decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau earlier this week, questions have emerged about the influence of Jalen Brunson’s father, Rick Brunson, in the team’s search for a new leader on the sidelines.

New York Knicks News / Hardwood Heroics / June 6

New York Knicks: Former Player Speculates Rick Brunson as the Next Head Coach

The New York Knicks are in search of their next head coach after the front office dismissed Tom Thibodeau earlier this week. Following the Knicks’ elimination by the Indiana Pacers in the 2025 NBA playoffs, the decision was made.

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New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

Unflattering report emerges about Knicks' Rick Brunson

Firing Tom Thibodeau might not be the fix to all that ails the New York Knicks right now.

Jalen Brunson’s response to Tom Thibodeau question resurfaces after coach’s firing

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Knicks owed it to themselves to try different approach at HC

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New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / June 5

Sources: Multiple Knicks players unhappy with Rick Brunson's presence on bench

One source called Rick the person with the most power in the entire organization.

Knicks owed it to themselves to try different approach at HC

Firing Tom Thibodeau hasn't helped NBA teams

Mikal Bridges' contract situation may have inspired Tom Thibodeau firing

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / June 3

Former Knicks PG's Son in Trade Rumors

The New York Knicks have some family ties within the organization, including one with point guard Jalen Brunson and his dad, Rick, who serves as an assistant coach.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 21

What Nico Harrison said when the Dallas Mavericks lost Jalen Brunson to the New York Knicks in free agency

The Dallas Mavericks under Nico Harrison didn’t just lose Luka Doncic. They also parted ways with Jalen Brunson, who has since blossomed into a legitimate star with the New York Knicks while pursuing his first championship.

Patrick Ewing Regrets Not Luring Jalen Brunson Away From Villanova To Join Georgetown

Jalen Brunson continues to etch his legacy into New York Knicks folklore, emerging as one of the standout performers of the 2025 postseason. With the Knicks

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 25

Knicks guard Jalen Brunson’s dad trash talks Cade Cunningham during heated moment

New York Knicks assistant coach Rick Brunson was seen jawing back and forth with Pistons’ Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris during the team’s huge road win in Detroit.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Tim McMahon Talks Mavericks’ Brunson Blunder in New Book

The New York Knicks will face off with the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden. The game is somewhat important, as Dallas is fighting for their play-in lives in what has been a disastrous season.

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New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / March 18

Jalen Brunson says being face of Knicks franchise has ‘changed my life for the better’

During an interview with NBA reporter Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Jalen Brunson spoke about being the face of the New York Knicks. “For the most part, it’s been pretty amazing,” Brunson said.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Knicks a Beneficiary of Mavs’ Lost PG Duo After Dončić Trade

After the dust has settled on the most shocking trade in NBA history, there are many angles to explore. The Dallas Mavericks, on a Saturday night before Thursday’s trade deadline, unexpectedly dealt superstar guard Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

Knicks Able To Win Even On Brunson’s Quiet Scoring Nights

New York Knicks superstar point guard Jalen Brunson earned his elite status over the past two seasons in the Big Apple by constantly putting the team on his back.

NBA News / Basketball Network / December 23

'Learning to win in different roles' - Brunson on the most important lesson he learned at Villanova

Jalen Brunson's journey in the NBA has had an impressive development arc. His first role was limited while he was a Dallas Maverick, but JB managed to become a reliable contributor off the bench before being inserted in the starting lineup and becoming a second option to superstar Luka Doncic.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / December 4

NBA Closes Investigation Into Rick Brunson’s Promotion, Knicks Call Probe ‘Harassment’

The Knicks have weathered another NBA investigation, this time over the promotion of assistant coach Rick Brunson. After a month of back-and-forth with the league, the NBA has closed its probe into the matter, and the Knicks are firing back hard.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / December 4

Report: NBA Closes Investigation Into Knicks Coach

Per SNY insider Ian Begley, the NBA has closed its investigation into New York Knicks assistant coach Rick Brunson, ending a process that MSG Sports previously

New York Knicks News / Basketball Network / November 30

Jalen Brunson was on the verge of tears in a viral video where his dad was coaching him up: 'I wanted to go home'

We often hear of the dad-son horror stories where the father's unfulfilled personal ambitions lead to trying to achieve them through their own children.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / November 19