Brunson Erupts for 40 Points in Overtime Loss to Pacers

Jalen Brunson erupted for 40 points (15-31 FG, 4-14 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 8 assists, 5 rebounds, and 1 steal in 42 minutes during Tuesday's 137-134 overtime loss to the Pacers. This marks his fourth 40-plus-point performance this season, achieving a season-high 31 field-goal attempts. He has now reached 30 points in back-to-back games, averaging 31.3 points, 7.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.3 steals over his last four games. Brunson is having a spectacular season, averaging 27.1 points overall and 27.4 ppg at home, and was predicted to have a strong performance against the Pacers.