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Jalen Brunson shows superior stats compared to father in ESPN graphic

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Jalen Brunson shows superior stats compared to father in ESPN graphic
Summary

ESPN aired a graphic highlighting the statistical differences between Knicks guard Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick Brunson, during a segment. The graphic humorously underscored Jalen’s performance compared to Rick's time as a role player in the NBA. Rick Brunson is currently an assistant coach for the Knicks, who are competing in the NBA Finals. The Finals resume on June 9 with Game 3 at Madison Square Garden, the first NBA Finals game in New York since 1999.

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  • •ESPN's graphic contrasts Jalen's Finals performance with Rick's career stats.
  • •Rick Brunson is a Knicks assistant coach and a former NBA player.
  • •The NBA Finals Game 3 takes place on June 9 in New York.
  • •It is the first Finals game in New York since June 25, 1999.
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  • 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN's hilarious graphic shows how much better Knicks' Jalen Brunson is than his father
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ESPN didn't have to embarrass Rick Brunson as they did.

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