Brunsons set to make NBA Finals history together this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Rick Brunson and Jalen Brunson will each participate in the NBA Finals for the New York Knicks. This marks the first time a father-son duo has played for the same franchise in the NBA Finals. Game 1 is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET on ABC. The Brunsons have a shared legacy that spans decades, highlighting the family's impact on the sport. As the series approaches, both players prepare to make their mark on this significant milestone.
- •Rick Brunson played for the Knicks in the 1999 NBA Finals.
- •Jalen Brunson will join him in the 2026 NBA Finals.
- •They will be the first father-son duo to play for the same franchise in the Finals.
- •Game 1 is set for June 3, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET on ABC.
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