Brunson Rises to Second in All-Star Voting, Contends for MVP Top 3

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson has surged to second among Eastern Conference vote-getters in the latest NBA All-Star fan returns, surpassing Tyrese Maxey, averaging 31.2 points per game since December 5th. He is also a strong contender for the third spot in the NBA MVP rankings, locked in a tight race with Cade Cunningham and Jaylen Brown, placing him firmly behind only Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic in the current MVP race, showcasing his invaluable contribution to the Knicks.