If you would’ve told New York Knicks fans a year ago that the team would have an actual shot at winning the 2024 NBA Championship, at least part of the fanbase would’ve laughed in your face. It’s safe to say that not even Knicks fans predicted just how good Jalen Brunson would be for the team in his first season. Although he wasn’t named an All-Star, he was more than worthy of the honor.
Moving forward, the front office should prioritize building around Brunson. His excellence in the regular season and playoffs made that evident. New York is in a far better position than many believed the team would be in, meaning that in the coming years, the Knicks could be viewed as contenders.