Jalen Brunson Urges Knicks Locker Room to Avoid Double Concerns as Pressure Mounts on Mike Brown Jalen Brunson urges the Knicks to focus on chemistry as Mike Brown takes over, guiding a roster through

The New York Knicks enter the 2025‑26 season carrying the weight of a campaign that promised more than it delivered. Last year, the team showed flashes of high-level cohesion and competitive potential, taking down the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Semis but ultimately falling short of a Final run against the Indiana Pacers in the Conference Finals. Their highs highlighted what the roster could achieve when firing on all cylinders, while the lows exposed the adjustments needed in offensive strategy, depth, and consistency. As expectations mount, the franchise is focused on building from those lessons to finally break through and contend for the conference’s top spots alongside the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Despite the dramatic changes, optimism remains high in New York. The Knicks are expected