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Knicks Fans React Unexpectedly to Jalen Brunson Injury Update

New York Knicks fans had surprising reactions to Jalen Brunson's injury update.
Jayesh Pagar|
Nov 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after getting called for a foul in the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Nov 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after getting called for a foul in the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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New York Knicks fans breathed a collective sigh of relief after learning Jalen Brunson's ankle injury isn't as serious as initially feared. The star point guard will miss some time, but supporters are celebrating the best-case scenario.

ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Jalen Brunson sustained a Grade 1 right ankle sprain and will miss Friday's game against the Miami Heat. The Knicks star will be evaluated daily as the team monitors his recovery progress.

A Grade 1 sprain is the mildest form of ankle injury, typically involving minor stretching or microscopic tearing of ligaments. Given that Brunson left the previous game in a walking boot and crutches, many fans feared the worst. The diagnosis brought immediate relief to Knicks Nation.

Fans React With Relief

The response on social media was overwhelmingly positive, with fans expressing gratitude that the injury wasn't more severe.

"OMGGGGGG WE GOT THE BEST CASE SCENARIO LIFE IS AMAZING," one fan exclaimed, capturing the widespread joy across the fanbase.

"WE DODGED THE NUKE. Rest up goat," another supporter wrote, acknowledging how much worse things could have been.

One fan provided medical context, noting, "Yeah grade 1 is a regular ankle sprain, he'll be fine in a week." This assessment aligns with typical recovery timelines for minor ankle sprains.

"Great news considering the fact he left the game in a walking boot and crutches," a relieved fan pointed out. The visual of Brunson hobbling off the court had sent shockwaves through the fanbase, making the positive diagnosis even more welcome.

"Evaluate that motherf***r every minute that man is a hero," one passionate supporter commented, emphasizing Brunson's value to the team.

"Bro is a bucket. Glad it wasn't worse," another fan said, recognizing Brunson's offensive importance while celebrating the favorable prognosis.

Quick Recovery Expected

Several fans predicted a swift return, with one estimating "Best case scenario prob 1-3 week recovery." This timeline would keep Brunson sidelined for only a handful of games.

"It's alright we got a great bench," one confident fan noted, showing faith in the team's depth during Brunson's absence.

"Knicks got lucky," summed up the general sentiment.

What initially appeared to be a potentially season-altering injury turned into a minor setback. Knicks fans are now counting down the days until their star point guard returns to the court.

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Jayesh Pagar
JAYESH PAGAR

Jayesh Pagar is currently pursuing Sports Journalism from the London School of Journalism and brings four years of experience in sports media coverage. He has contributed extensively to NBA, WNBA, college basketball, and college football content.

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