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Jalen Brunson can get even better once the Knicks stop playing with their food

Jalen Brunson is noticeably more efficient after he gets to play fewer than 30 minutes. The Knicks need to keep that in mind when playing bad teams.

By Dan Favale · Daily Knicks

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 8:27 PM

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Dan Favale argues that reducing Jalen Brunson's minutes through decisive wins makes the guard significantly more efficient.
Brunson logged under 30 minutes for the first time all season while scoring 33 points against Chicago.
In 30 career Knicks games following sub-30-minute outings, Brunson shoots 55.7 percent on two-pointers.

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Writer Dan Favale argues that the New York Knicks can unlock an even more efficient Jalen Brunson if they put away inferior opponents early and reduce his minutes. Brunson played under 30 minutes for the first time this season during a blowout victory over the Chicago Bulls, scoring 33 points.

Favale highlights historical data showing Brunson averages 28.9 points per 36 minutes and shoots 55.7 percent on two-pointers following sub-30-minute outings. The writer stresses that managing Brunson's workload during blowouts is vital after back-to-back deep playoff runs.

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