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Knicks player Jalen Brunson seen in sling after wrist surgery
Jalen Brunson appeared in public wearing a sling on his left arm weeks after undergoing surgery. The appearance occurred at a New Jersey restaurant more than a month after the New York Knicks won the NBA title.
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Jalen Brunson was photographed wearing a sling on his left arm at The Other Lucy Beach Grille in Margate, New Jersey. The photo marks his first public appearance since the procedure, which addressed a tendon issue in his left hand and wrist.
Recovery timeline Brunson underwent the surgery just under a month ago.
Medical staff estimated a six-to-eight week recovery period. The timeline places his return to full activity before the start of the 2026-27 season.
Performance and team context Brunson averaged 28.4 points, 6.1 assists, and 3.2 rebounds per game during the Knicks' playoff run. He shot 46.5 percent from the field and 36.3 percent from three-point range across 19 games. The Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and San Antonio Spurs to win the title, their first since 1973.
A restaurant Instagram post noted that Brunson visited students and that his interaction helped one student who was having a difficult day.
