Brunson’s Confidence Became New York’s Greatest Weapon

Tim Legler believes the NBA Finals came down to more than fatigue. While tired legs played a role, the bigger difference was certainty. The Knicks knew exactly where to turn in crunch time, while the Spurs were still discovering their identity. Legler praised Jalen Brunson for his footwork and intelligence. He felt Victor Wembanyama had a solid Finals but lacked sustained fourth-quarter dominance.