Jalen Brunson injures ankle, leaves game against Lakers
Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks left the game against the Los Angeles Lakers in overtime due to a rolled ankle. The injury occurred with 1:20 left in the game when he stepped on Austin Reaves' foot. Brunson was in pain but managed to shoot free throws before leaving the court. He scored 39 points in the game, contributing significantly to the Knicks' offense. The Knicks, currently 40-22 and holding the No. 3 seed in the West, may face several games without Brunson as they approach the postseason.