Brunson shared the update during a live recording of his podcast, the Roommates Show, on Thursday evening. Addressing the audience directly, he stated that he had undergone the operation earlier this offseason and confirmed to his supporters that he is now fully cleared to return to the court.
Championship run and recovery
The announcement was met with a warm reception from the live crowd, who responded with chants of MVP for the reigning NBA Finals Most Valuable Player. The surgery follows a demanding postseason campaign in which Brunson played through the wrist injury to help lead the Knicks to their first championship title in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the process.
Reports indicate that the procedure was performed in July and was not expected to impact his availability for the start of the new season. Brunson’s performance during the Finals was instrumental to the team's success, as he averaged 32.6 points, 4.6 assists, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.0 steals across the five-game series.
Building on a standout campaign
The guard’s recovery marks the beginning of preparations for a season where the Knicks will look to defend their title. Brunson’s contribution to the franchise has been significant, having maintained a strong statistical output throughout the previous regular season, where he averaged 26.0 points and 6.8 assists per game.
With the medical clearance now confirmed, the focus shifts to the upcoming training camp and the start of the 2026-27 schedule. The Knicks will look to build upon the momentum of their historic championship victory as they aim to remain at the top of the league standings.
