Jalen Brunson
Mentioned in 113 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Point guard for the New York Knicks who has emerged as a key player in the team's Eastern Conference playoff contention, known for clutch performances including 40-point games and dominant victories over major opponents. Podcasts frequently discuss his impact on the Knicks' roster construction and salary cap flexibility, as well as his status as a star attraction in a major market. He has been mentioned as an MVP candidate and second-team All-NBA player central to the team's championship aspirations.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 21, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - Raiders have the right pieces, taking a look at the WCF & ECF, Jim Jackson
“Knicks star discussed for offensive adjustments; compared to other non-athletic high-IQ players like Jalen Brunson”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 21, 2026
Thunder Even the Series at 1! Adjustments for Both Sides and East Preview.
“Knicks point guard who orchestrated historic Game 1 comeback against Cavaliers with elite fourth-quarter performance”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · May 21, 2026
David Samson Spars With Senator Chris Murphy | Hour 2
“Knicks point guard whose overtime performance in Game 1 against Cavaliers was discussed; Starbury ran onto court during his baskets”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 20, 2026
PMS 2.0 1557 - Adam Schefter, Shams Charania, Quentin Richardson, Jordan Agbanoma Makes His College Commitment, Erik Johnson, Brandt Snedeker, & AJ Hawk
“Led historic fourth-quarter comeback with clutch shooting and playmaking in Eastern Conference Finals”
First Things First · May 20, 2026
Knicks comeback vs. Cavs in Game 1, Thunder vs. Spurs Game 2, Landon Donovan joins
“Led Knicks comeback with 38 points, 7 assists; discussed as most clutch player in NBA and top-10 talent”
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 20, 2026
An All-Time Collapse at The Garden, Plus Mike Tirico on the Wemby Experience
“Discussed for takeover ability and 1.9 PPP efficiency on isolations against Harden in Game 1 comeback”
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · May 20, 2026
Chiefs Schedule Reactions, Taking Back Football Sundays & Mascot Fights | Ep 192
“Knicks point guard; described as 'the freaking man' and Philadelphia's finest”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · May 20, 2026
Knicks Historic Comeback Reaction + How Can OKC Recover vs. Spurs? & Kidd Out In Dallas
“Knicks point guard who scored 38 points with 15 in fourth quarter to lead historic comeback”
Pardon My Take · May 20, 2026
Grit Week Continues, Lane Kiffin, Blake Bortles, Wemby’s Incredible Game 1, Knicks Kill The Cavs Plus Hot Seat/Cool Throne
“Discussed for Game 1 playoff comeback performance against Cavaliers; praised for clutch execution”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 19, 2026
Wemby Lifts Spurs Over Thunder! Breakdown of the Biggest Plays, and a Preview of the East.
“Knicks point guard and key offensive engine in Eastern Conference Finals vs. Cavaliers”
Club 520 Podcast · May 19, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Spurs-Thunder CRAZY 20T game, Wemby GOES OFF Game 1, Cavs-Knicks ECF preview
“Star point guard for Knicks entering Eastern Conference Finals as home team favorite”
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 18, 2026
SGA vs. Wemby, Back-to-Back MVPs, Knicks–Cavs & the Flawed Pistons w/ Brendan Haywood, Plus Hornets Coach Charles Lee
“Analyzed for his role in Knicks' Eastern Conference Finals matchup against Cleveland”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 18, 2026
Hoops Tonight - PISTONS-CAVS GAME 7 REACTION: Donovan Mitchell & James Harden DOMINATE Cade, advance to ECF v Knicks
“Knicks guard whose off-ball movement and reduced isolation usage represents fundamental offensive shift for team”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · May 18, 2026
Donovan Mitchell’s Career Moment + Full Conference Finals Previews & SGA’s Historic MVP
“Knicks point guard whose offensive creation will be key matchup challenge for Cavs in Conference Finals”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 18, 2026
An Epic Spurs-Thunder Series, Cleveland Survives, and the Knicks' Moment Is HERE With Zach Lowe
“Knicks point guard listed as Conference Finals MVP favorite at minus-170 odds”
Pardon My Take · May 15, 2026
Ryen Russillo In Studio, NFL Schedule Release, Zoo Trades, Playoffs And Fyre Fest
“Discussed as Knicks' lead guard in Eastern Conference Finals run”
The Joe Budden Podcast · May 13, 2026
Episode 928 | "Money, Muscles & Movement"
“Knicks point guard praised for dominant playoff performance against 76ers in Game 4”
Pardon My Take · May 13, 2026
Brooks Koepka, PGA Championship With Shane Bacon, Wemby's Revenge, Lebron's Last Game? Plus Guys On Chicks
“Knicks point guard mentioned in context of Eastern Conference playoff positioning and roster construction”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 11, 2026
PMS 2.0 1550 - Overreaction Monday with Adam Schefter, Shams Charania, Kevin Pritchard, Ryan Smith, Cameron Wagner, PK Subban
“Led Knicks to sweep of Philadelphia 76ers; never misses shots; wrestling fan from West Virginia”
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 11, 2026
LIVE FROM CHICAGO! NBA Draft Lottery Recap w/ Mark Titus, the Wemby-less Spurs Lose & Knicks Sweep
“Mentioned for backcourt performance and defensive matchup advantages in Knicks' sweep of Philadelphia”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 11, 2026
Knicks Complete the Sweep! Plus, the Wizards Get the First Pick, and Will Wemby Be Suspended?
“Described as metronome; consistent playoff performer; analyzed for pick-and-roll defense”
Pardon My Take · May 11, 2026
Paul Bissonnette Talking Stanley Cup Playoffs, Sixers Get Swept By The Knicks, NBA Draft Lottery, Aliens Are Back And More
“Led Knicks to sweep of 76ers with dominant playoff performance and efficient scoring”
The Joe Budden Podcast · May 9, 2026
Episode 927 | "Sex Cult Pick Me"
“New York Knicks player praised for clutch performance in playoff series against 76ers”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 8, 2026
PMS 2.0 1549 - Feel Good Friday with Kendrick Perkins, Adam Schefter, Dan Orlovsky, Action Bronson
“Averaging 36-37 points in Philadelphia; key player in Knicks playoff success”
Pardon My Take · May 8, 2026
Tracy McGrady, Knicks Go Up 2-0, James Harden Is Still James Harden, Boat Pictures And Fyre Fest of The Week
“Knicks' star point guard praised for clutch performance and ability to match up against elite guards like SGA”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 7, 2026
PMS 2.0 1548 - Tyrese Haliburton, Matthew Tkachuk, Jeff Passan, Peter Schrager, Ben Stiller
“Knicks point guard; discussed as never-missing player; pulled hamstring in recent game; day-to-day status”
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 7, 2026
Brian Windhorst! The OG Injury Impact, Jaylen Brown–Giannis Rumors, Cavs Future, Lottery Lookahead & More
“Knicks point guard whose fourth-quarter performance and offensive execution analyzed in Game 2 victory”
The Joe Budden Podcast · May 6, 2026
Episode 926 | "Let's See That Snapper"
“Discussed as potential supermax candidate; analyzed for All-NBA eligibility; compared to Tyrese Maxey in playoff performance”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 5, 2026
Timberwolves Steal Game 1, Knicks Roll, and Semifinals Preview!
“Analyzed for pick-and-roll execution and offensive rhythm against 76ers defense in game one”
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 4, 2026
NBA Playoff Round 1 Exit Survey, Mike Breen Looks Ahead to Round 2, Plus a Vegas Recap
“Point guard whose performance and confidence level will be critical in Knicks' second-round matchup against Philadelphia 76ers”
The Zach Lowe Show · Apr 21, 2026
Timberwolves Steal Game 2, and CJ McCollum’s Heel Turn
“Analyzed for being hunted on defense by CJ McCollum in Game 2 loss”
DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCAST · Apr 18, 2026
Stephen A Smith’s Nephew Josh Declares Steph As The GOAT and Guarantees A Knicks Ring
“Compared to Carmelo Anthony; discussed as clutch playoff performer”
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2: What Does Kawhi Leonard's Future Hold?
“Debated as potential championship-winning primary player for Knicks in playoffs”
First Things First · Apr 14, 2026
SGA vs. Michael Jordan, Play-In Preview, LaMelo Ball’s Hall-of-Fame level, King of the Hill
“Clutch performer averaging nearly 30 PPG with Knicks; critical to playoff success”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 2: Are the Knicks on Upset Alert?
“Knicks star player analyzed for playoff performance against Hawks' perimeter defense”
Nightcap · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Nuggets BEAT Spurs in SEASON FINALE + Lakers vs Rockers PLAYOFF PREVIEW + Sixers vs Magic + Detroit Basketball is BACK
“Left-handed crafty scorer; Hawks must slow him down to advance past Knicks in play-in series”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Nuggets BEAT Spurs in SEASON FINALE + Lakers vs Rockers PLAYOFF PREVIEW + Sixers vs Magic + Detroit Basketball is BACK
“Analyzed as key defensive target for Hawks in playoff series; noted for crafty left-handed play”
First Things First · Apr 10, 2026
Knicks beat Celtics in Tatum’s return to MSG, Title Pie, Brou’s Ballot, Can LeBron carry the Lakers?
“Ranked as top clutch player in league; hit crucial shots in Knicks victory over Celtics”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Chris Gasper of The Boston Globe // Craig Breslow and the Red Sox // The Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown Dynamic - 4/10 (Hour 3)
“Analyzed for clutch creation ability and effectiveness in late-game situations against the Celtics”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Celtics Fall to Knicks 112-106 // James Hagens WON’T Play on Saturday // Craig Breslow and the Red Sox Front Office - 4/10 (Hour 1)
“Late-game execution and trigger-man role discussed as advantage over Celtics”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 2: Do the Knicks or Celtics Have the Edge in a Potential Playoff Rematch?
“Mentioned as clutch player and matchup problem in potential Celtics playoff series”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 1: Does Knicks Win Over Celtics Mean Anything With Jaylen Brown Sitting?
“Led Knicks to victory over Celtics with 25 points and 10 assists in crucial playoff positioning game”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“Knicks point guard with 25 points and 10 assists in victory over Celtics”
Nightcap · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“Knicks point guard who scored 25 points with 10 assists in victory over Celtics”
First Take · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 1: Is There a Gap Between the Celtics and Everyone Else in the East?
“Discussed as Knicks' closer and playoff-tested player in potential Celtics matchup”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 8, 2026
Best of March Madness Part 2: Michigan CROWNED CHAMPS beating UConn, Mike Malone isn't ENOUGH! UNC better drop a BAG in the portal!
“NBA player; referenced in discussion about coaching professional athletes with existing wealth”
Club 520 Podcast · Apr 7, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague on Nuggets HEATING UP before playoff run, Michigan WINS national championship over UCONN
“Discussed for clutch performance with 30 points and 13 assists against Hawks”
First Take · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 2: MVPTake
“Knicks point guard; central to debate about team's most important player and offensive regression”
What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon · Apr 2, 2026
The Cavinder Twins
“Previously interviewed; discussed keeping a tight circle of coaches and mentors throughout career”
Club 520 Podcast · Apr 1, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Luka Doncic dropping 42, Lakers WIN, Rockets BEAT Knicks
“Discussed in context of Knicks' team dynamics and offensive execution”