
Jalen Brunson is a professional basketball player who plays for the New York Knicks in the NBA as of February 2025. Brunson was selected as the 33rd overall pick in the second round by the Dallas Mavericks of the 2018 NBA Draft. In his rookie season, Brunson averaged 9.3 points and 3.2 assists per game starting 38 games in 73 games played. After four seasons with the Mavs, Brunson was traded to the New York Knicks in 2022. In the first two seasons with the Knicks, Brunson has led the team to the semifinals of the Eastern Conference. Unfortunately, the team lost in the semis both times. In the 2023-24 season, Brunson averaged 28.7 points, 6.7 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game.
Before joining the NBA, Jalen Brunson played for Villanova University. He played for the Villanova Wildcats in Division I. Brunson played 116 games and averaged 14.4 points, 3.7 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game while playing for Villanova. He led his team to win the NCAA tournament twice and was selected as the national College Player of the Year in 2018.
Jalen Brunson Age
Jalen Brunson's age is 28 years old, as of February 2025. Having an NBA player in his family helped young Brunson to shape his career in the league. Brunson was introduced to the sport at a very early age by his father (former NBA player Rick Brunson).
Where was Jalen Brunson born?
Jalen Brunson was born in New Brunswick, on August 31, 1996.
Jalen Brunson High-School career
Jalen Brunson started his basketball career at Stevenson High School. However, playing for Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, Jalen Brunson found a great offensive rhythm in his game. Brunson led Stevenson to the IHSA Class 4A championship game, averaging a staggering 21.5 points per game for his team. In his final year, Brunson won Mr. Illinois in 2016.
FAQs on Jalen Brunson
A. Jalen Brunson was selected in the 2018 NBA draft as the 33rd overall pick.
A. Jalen Brunson is 28 years old as of February 2025. He was born on August 31st, 1996.
A. Jalen Brunson played for Villanova during his college career.
A. As of February 2025, Jalen Brunson is yet to win the NBA championship.
A. On July 29th, 2023, Jalen Brunson tied the knot with his high school lover, Ali Marks.