Knicks' Jalen Brunson disproves the 'small guy' doubters as he wins Finals MVP (opens original article in a new tab)

The New York Knicks won their first NBA title since 1973 with a Game 5 victory over the Spurs, led by Jalen Brunson's 45-point performance that earned him Finals MVP. Brunson became the fourth shortest player and second-lowest drafted player to win the award.

• Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 Game 5 victory over the Spurs
• Jalen Brunson scored 45 points in the Finals clincher and was named MVP, averaging 32.6 points per game in the series
• Brunson became the fourth shortest player (6-foot-2 or shorter) to win Finals MVP and the second-lowest drafted player to achieve the honor