Jalen Brunson criticizes Victor Wembanyama after handshake incident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Following the New York Knicks' NBA Finals victory over the San Antonio Spurs, Jalen Brunson expressed his discontent with Victor Wembanyama's decision to avoid handshakes after the series conclusion. Wembanyama, who had significant contributions in the postseason, faced criticism for perceived unsportsmanlike behavior. Brunson reportedly voiced his frustration in an end-of-season toast, addressing Wembanyama's refusal to shake hands and referencing a prior incident during Game 5. As Wembanyama prepares for the upcoming season, he aims to move past the negative reception surrounding his actions.
- •Brunson's comment came after Knicks won the NBA Finals on June 15, 2026.
- •Wembanyama avoided handshakes after Spurs lost the title series.
- •Brunson criticized Wembanyama's sportsmanship and prior game incidents.
- •Wembanyama seeks to redeem his image heading into the next season.
- 7:19 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson sends blunt Victor Wembanyama message during Knicks toast
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks' Jalen Brunson sends two-word NSFW message to Victor Wembanyama after handshake controversy
"Jalen Brunson sent a blunt message to Victor Wembanyama during the New York Knicks’ title celebrations, and the moment quickly spread across social media. Throughout the NBA Finals, the Knicks guard had steered clear of any public back-and-forth with the San Antonio Spurs star despite several flashpoints during the series.
"The New York Knicks' NBA champion guard didn't mince his words on the San Antonio Spurs' 7-foot-4 star center.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 7:19 AMJalen Brunson sends blunt Victor Wembanyama message during Knicks toast
Jalen Brunson sent a blunt message to Victor Wembanyama during the New York Knicks’ title celebrations, and the moment quickly spread across social media. Throughout the NBA Finals, the Knicks guard had steered clear of any public back-and-forth with the San Antonio Spurs star despite several flashpoints during the series.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 2:52 AMKnicks' Jalen Brunson sends two-word NSFW message to Victor Wembanyama after handshake controversy
The New York Knicks' NBA champion guard didn't mince his words on the San Antonio Spurs' 7-foot-4 star center.
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