Knicks alumni praise connection between Ewing and Brunson during Finals run
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Last updated Jun 4, 2026
BasketballKnicks legends including Patrick Ewing and Larry Johnson recognize the similarities between their championship aspirations and those of the current team, led by Jalen Brunson. The ongoing Finals run has sparked reflections on the edge and competitiveness that characterized past Knicks seasons. As the team continues its pursuit, alumni express pride and motivation drawn from the franchise's history and present performance. The Knicks aim to maintain this momentum as they progress through the series.
- •Patrick Ewing and Larry Johnson admire the current Knicks' edge
- •Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks in the ongoing Finals run
- •Alumni share pride in the team's performance and history
- •Connections between eras highlight the franchise's competitive legacy
- 12:12 PMESPN — From Patrick Ewing to Jalen Brunson, the Knicks' Finals run connects two eras
"Patrick Ewing, Larry Johnson and other Knicks alumni see the same edge that once fueled their own Finals run.
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