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Jalen Brunson Defends Luka Doncic’s Defense on Kids Sports Reporters
The 2026 NBA champion and Finals MVP discussed his former teammate during a guest appearance on the youth interview show.
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Jalen Brunson appeared as a guest on Kids Sports Reporters on June 19, 2026. A young reporter told the New York Knicks guard that Luka Doncic does not play defense. Brunson replied, “He plays defense.
Brunson also named Doncic the most famous person whose number he has on his phone. ” The remarks came while Brunson and Doncic were no longer teammates. Brunson and Doncic previously played together for the Dallas Mavericks.
Brunson is the 2026 NBA champion and 2026 NBA Finals MVP. com reported the exchange from the interview. ” After the Knicks won the series, Doncic said he congratulated Brunson and that Brunson messaged him back.
Com. Brunson’s comments on the youth program mixed light criticism with continued personal regard for his former teammate.
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