The New York Knicks will face the Boston Celtics for Game 6 at MSG, and all eyes are on Jalen Brunson.
As per the injury report, Brunson is not listed with any physical difficulties and will play against the Celtics.
However, the Knicks are coming off a defeat against Boston in Game 5. The fan favorite New York lost 102-127 at the TD Garden. With this win, the Celtics kept their hopes alive and reduced their series deficit to 3-2.
Jalen Brunson’s last four Game 6s:
40 PTS | 7 AST | 4 REB
41 PTS | 12 AST | 3 REB
31 PTS | 5 AST | 1 REB
41 PTS | 4 AST | 3 REBEnd this at home. pic.twitter.com/TbUTObhmWC
— BrunsonMuse (@BrunsonMuse) May 15, 2025
Brunson played a crucial part and scored 22 points, but fouled out later in the game. While Josh Hart led New York with 24 points. The Celtics made the most out of Brunson’s absence in the fourth quarter and built a commanding lead.
Though the series remains competitive, with the Knicks still leading against Boston. But the Celtics have found renewed hope and momentum heading into the critical Game 6.
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Jalen Brunson Looking To Bounce Back In Game 6
Jalen Brunson is set to lead the New York Knicks into a critical Game 6 at Madison Square Garden. With his absolute best performance throughout the postseason, Brunson is bearing the hopes of the NY fans.
After an early exit due to fouling out in Game 5, his calm wave to the crowd conveyed confidence that he would be ready to deliver when it mattered most. Brunson’s track record in the playoffs after a loss is something worth talking about.
He averages an impressive 32.5 points and 7.4 assists in such situations.
Jalen Brunson after fouling out pic.twitter.com/kIewtDiqWN
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) May 15, 2025
However, the Knicks find themselves with an opportunity to clinch the series and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years.
While the team left TD Garden after Game 5 with a sense of frustration over missed opportunities and mistakes, Brunson refused to bow down.
He openly acknowledged the Celtics’ resilience despite their injury challenges, reaffirming the Knicks’ commitment to trusting their game plan.