After the New York Knicks won an NBA title led by Jalen Brunson, teams could be more open to selected undersized guards.

In a league ruled by big men, Jalen Brunson was once considered “too small” to be the best player on a championship team. His play in the 2026 playoffs just proved otherwise.

After the New York Knicks won an NBA title led by Jalen Brunson, teams could be more open to selected undersized guards.