With his father on the Knicks’ bench, Jalen Brunson faced down self-doubt that once haunted even Kobe Bryant

Jalen Brunson's rise with the New York Knicks, fueled by determination and his father's guidance, mirrors Kobe Bryant's battle with self-doubt. Drafted in 2018, Brunson overcame initial skepticism to secure a pivotal contract with the Knicks in 2022. His father, Rick Brunson, played a crucial role in his development, instilling mental toughness.

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