Knicks' Jalen Brunson makes NBA Finals history in Game 1 win over Spurs

As has become par for the course during his tenure, Jalen Brunson made history while leading the New York Knicks to a win on Wednesday night. 

Even after a bumpy start and having to leave the game briefly, Brunson still scored 30 points in the Knicks' 105-95 road win over the San Antonio Spurs to open the NBA Finals. 

Jalen Brunson has already made Knicks history one game into the Finals

Brunson's performance further enhanced his case as the greatest playoff player in franchise history. His 30 points, accomplished despite shooting only 38.7% from the field, became the most by any Knicks player in a Game 1 of an NBA Finals since Willis Reed dropped 37 in 1970 en route to the first of New York's two championships.  

Brunson did most of his damage in the fourth quarter

Coming alive late, Brunson put up 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter. And in addition to his point total, Brunson also helped New York's cause by bringing down three rebounds and dishing out a pair of assists.  

Brunson now has his team just three wins away from capturing New York's first NBA title in over 50 years.