u/Kingrey96

We Knicks fan have known and believed in this for a while now but hearing people say Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, and Donovan Mitchell was always so annoying to hear. What Brunson has done this playoffs (and last several playoffs), I think he solidifies himself as the best player in the East without a doubt. And yes that includes current Giannis and Tatum.

Everyone is better than Brunson, until it’s time to be better than Brunson

While it’s only been 3 years since the introduction of the NBA Cup, the winners of NBA cup have failed to advance to the second round the year they win the cup (Lakers in 2024, Bucks in 2025). But our 2025 NBA cup championship Knicks have advanced to the second round making them the first time to do so after winning the in season tournament.

Maybe a precursor to us winning it all? 👀👀