Jalen Brunson passed Luka Doncic on the NBA all-time playoff scoring list during the Knicks’ heartbreaking loss to the Pacers. Here’s why his postseason still shines.
Brunson Climbs Playoff Ranks as Knicks Fall to Pacers
The New York Knicks’ 2024–25 season came to a somber end on Saturday night, with a 125–108 loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. It was a crushing exit for a team that had battled through adversity all year—only to fall short on the biggest stage.
Yet amidst the disappointment, one bright spot emerged: Jalen Brunson’s name continues to rise among playoff greats.
Despite struggling in the decisive game—finishing with 19 points and five costly turnovers—Brunson capped off another stellar postseason campaign. In doing so, the All-Star point guard surpassed his former Dallas Mavericks teammate Luka Dončić on the NBA’s all-time playoff scoring list.
It’s a testament to Brunson’s meteoric rise since joining the Knicks. Known for his leadership, poise, and scoring prowess, the 27-year-old guard has quickly become the face of New York’s basketball renaissance. And while his team fell short of reaching the NBA Finals, Brunson’s individual performance solidified his place among the postseason elite.
Along the way, he leapfrogged several current and future Hall of Famers—a rare feat for a player who was once considered a secondary option. This postseason alone, Brunson recorded multiple 40+ point games, putting the Knicks on his back through difficult series against Detroit and Boston.
As the offseason begins, the focus will shift to how the Knicks can build around their star floor general. But one thing is certain:
Jalen Brunson has arrived—and his playoff legacy is just beginning.
