Jalen Brunson emphasizes respect after hugging Spurs coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:43 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Jalen Brunson hugged San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson before greeting his father following a recent game. Brunson expressed that the gesture was instinctual and rooted in his upbringing, stating the importance of showing respect regardless of the game's outcome. His comments reflect a broader context of sportsmanship in the NBA, where mutual respect is often highlighted. The game concluded on June 17, with Brunson evidently acknowledging both his father's influence and his respect for the opposing coach.
- •Brunson hugged Spurs coach Mitch Johnson pre-game
- •He underlined respect as a key value in sports
- •Brunson's behavior reflects his upbringing
- •The game took place on June 17
- 11:43 PMYahoo Sports — It was just kind of instinct, like how I was raised. I …
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