Kevin Durant comments on Knicks title run and Brunson's pay cut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:14 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The New York Knicks won the NBA championship this summer, ending a 53-year drought. Kevin Durant expressed surprise at their performance, highlighting their ability to mount comebacks throughout the Finals against the Spurs. Jalen Brunson, named Finals MVP, made a $100 million pay cut to help the team. Durant acknowledged Brunson's sacrifice, noting the impact on team dynamics and future prospects. The Knicks achieved a 16-3 playoff record and feature a solid core of talent.
- •Knicks secured their first NBA title in 53 years this summer.
- •Jalen Brunson averaged 32.6 points per game in the Finals.
- •Brunson took a $100 million pay cut to remain with the team.
- •Durant praised the Knicks for their remarkable comebacks during the playoffs.
- •The Knicks finished the regular season with a 53-29 record.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson Receives Praise From Kevin Durant for Taking Huge Voluntary Pay Cut
- 1:14 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant Opens Up On Knicks Title Run And Jalen Brunson’s $100 Million Pay Cut
"Kevin Durant was among those in awe of the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship this past season, as the Houston Rockets forward admitted he didn’t see this coming. During a recent episode of Boardroom Talks with Speedy Morman, Durant gave Jalen Brunson plaudits for agreeing to take a massive pay cut, saying he [...]
"Kevin Durant responds to Knicks winning the title and Jalen Brunson's selfless sacrifice.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 12:10 PMNew York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson Receives Praise From Kevin Durant for Taking Huge Voluntary Pay Cut
Kevin Durant was among those in awe of the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship this past season, as the Houston Rockets forward admitted he didn’t see this coming. During a recent episode of Boardroom Talks with Speedy Morman, Durant gave Jalen Brunson plaudits for agreeing to take a massive pay cut, saying he [...]
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 1:14 AMKevin Durant Opens Up On Knicks Title Run And Jalen Brunson’s $100 Million Pay Cut
Kevin Durant responds to Knicks winning the title and Jalen Brunson's selfless sacrifice.
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