Rick Brunson names Patrick Ewing greatest Knick, not Jalen Brunson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:18 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Rick Brunson, assistant coach for the New York Knicks and father of Jalen Brunson, declared Patrick Ewing as the greatest player in Knicks history after the team secured their first NBA title in 53 years by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on June 13. Jalen Brunson, instrumental in leading the Knicks to the championship, is considered a contender for the title of greatest Knick due to his performance, though Rick Brunson believes Ewing deserves the accolade. Discussion around this topic weighs Jalen's leadership and legacy against Ewing's significant contributions to the franchise, including his Hall of Fame status. The conversation remains active as Jalen Brunson's career continues to unfold.
- •Rick Brunson names Patrick Ewing as the best Knick ever.
- •New York Knicks won their first NBA title since 1973 on June 13.
- •Jalen Brunson played a key role in their championship success.
- •Ewing's legacy includes being a Hall of Famer without an NBA title.
- •Debate continues over the greatest Knick as Jalen's career evolves.
- 1:18 PMYahoo Sports — Rick Brunson names greatest Knick but didn’t pick Jalen Brunson
"Rick Brunson does not believe his son is the greatest player in New York Knicks history.
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