Jalen Brunson ‘definitely’ has learned to hate Heat after last year’s playoff loss
NY Post
Asked if he had properly learned to hate Miami yet as part of the famed Knicks-Heat rivalry, Jalen Brunson replied to ESPN’s Michael Wilbon, “Definitely.”
Brunson and the Knicks were ousted by the Heat in the second round of last year’s playoffs despite being a betting favorite with home-court advantage in the series.
Brunson is obviously aware of the rivalry’s storied history, but did say he respects the Heat ahead of their Saturday 3 p.m. matchup at Madison Square Garden.
“I have so much respect for them, all the players over there, the coaching staff,” Brunson admitted in an ESPN interview Friday. “But when we go up head-to-head, we’re ready to get after it. Losing to them last year definitely didn’t sit well.”
Brunson’s omission from the All-Star starters was noticed after they were announced Thursday.
Despite leading the Knicks to a 28-17 record, fourth place in the Eastern Conference and averaging 26.5 points, 6.4 assists and 3.8 rebounds — all career highs — Brunson was left out of the All-Star starting lineup, though he can still get in as a reserve.
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