Jalen Brunson Returns After Ankle Injury Scare

New York Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson suffered an apparent right ankle injury late in the third quarter of Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons after getting tangled with Dennis Schroder while chasing a loose ball. Brunson, who previously missed 15 games late in the regular season with a sprained right ankle, was unable to put weight on his leg and was assisted to the locker room for evaluation. Despite the scare, he returned at the start of the fourth quarter with his ankle taped and re-entered the game with over 10 minutes remaining, appearing to move well. The Pistons had erased the Knicks’ halftime lead with a 28-14 third-quarter run during Brunson's absence. Brunson's ongoing health is a major concern for the Knicks as their offense relies heavily on his All-Star performances. The team's medical staff and fans are closely monitoring his status as the series returns to New York.