Announcement: The New York Knicks signed a $104 million deal today, letting Jalen Brunson go….
New York Knicks announce
Jalen Brunson and the Knicks reach a $4-year, $104 million agreement.
Jalen Brunson, who was essential to the Mavs’ journey to the 2022 Western Conference finals, has struck a deal with the Knicks.
from News Services at NBA.com
updated at 9:34 p.m. on July 12, 2022
Joel Brunson
According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Jalen Brunson agreed to sign with the Knicks on a reported deal worth $104 million over four years, as had been widely speculated given his close ties to the team. A player option for the final season is included in the deal.
On July 12, the Knicks formally revealed the agreement.
Brunson relished
It’s no secret that in the early stages of his Knicks career, McBride turned into a defensive specialist. With Josh Hart, Quentin Grimes, Immanuel Quickley, and Lazen Brunson vying for minutes in New York, McBride is already behind the eight ball in terms of paving the way for playing time.
Ian Begley of SNY stated earlier in the offseason that the Knicks had gotten calls regarding McBride’s trade availability.
Despite McBride’s defensive prowess, Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau has only allowed him 1,132 minutes of playing time in the last two seasons combined. Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report writes in listing
