Isiah Thomas celebrates Jalen Brunson's championship win with Knicks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:36 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Jalen Brunson has become a unique standout in NBA history by leading the New York Knicks to their first championship in over 50 years. This achievement highlights his success as a smaller guard, a position traditionally overshadowed by larger players. Isiah Thomas praised Brunson's skills, noting that smaller players can compete effectively at the highest level. Brunson's performance against the San Antonio Spurs further solidified his legacy as a top player. Isiah Thomas expressed hope that Brunson's success will inspire more opportunities for smaller guards in the league.
- •Brunson led the Knicks to a championship for the first time since 1973.
- •Isiah Thomas praised Brunson as an example for smaller guards.
- •Brunson's success signifies a shift in perceptions about player size in the NBA.
- •Brunson joined Isiah Thomas and Stephen Curry as standout smaller superstars.
- •He is now considered one of the best Knicks of all time.
- 2:36 AMYahoo Sports — Isiah Thomas celebrates Jalen Brunson winning a championship as a smaller guard
"A big part of the discourse around Jalen Brunson was his size, and he proved to be an outlier.
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