Jalen Brunson addresses reports about his financial advisor and future contracts

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson reacted to an online report claiming he and teammates Josh Hart and Mikal Bridges hired Matt Kennedy as their financial advisor. Brunson acknowledged his friendship with Kennedy on social media but requested the original source of the financial claims. The report followed discussions surrounding Brunson’s decision to sign a contract extension in 2024 instead of pursuing free agency. While Brunson bypassed potential earnings at that time, the move coincided with a championship for the Knicks. Projections suggest that if Brunson signs a new deal in 2027 or enters free agency in 2028, his next contract could set a new career peak in salary. Brunson has earned over $120 million since being drafted in 2018.

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