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Brunson's 45 Leads Knicks to Title; Hammon Stands by Comment

6/24/2026

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Becky Hammon refused to apologize for her 2023 comment Jalen Brunson was not a “1A dude,” adding on June 23, 2026 that she would not retract it, “that’s what ESPN pays me for.”
Jalen Brunson scored 45 points on June 13, 2026, as the Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 to win the championship and Finals MVP.
Jalen Brunson told fans after title parade opponents do not deserve disrespect when he proves them wrong.

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Becky Hammon refused to apologize for her 2023 comment Jalen Brunson was not a “1A dude,” adding on June 23, 2026 that she would not retract it, “that’s what ESPN pays me for.”
Jalen Brunson scored 45 points on June 13, 2026, as the Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 to win the championship and Finals MVP.
Jalen Brunson told fans after title parade opponents do not deserve disrespect when he proves them wrong.