Jalen Brunson Says 'There's No Relaxation' After Knicks Won 2026 NBA Title

The New York Knicks are just over 24 hours away from celebrating their first NBA championship since 1973, but team captain Jalen Brunson isn't letting his team take its foot off the gas.

While speaking to reporters on Monday, Brunson was asked if winning the 2026 NBA championship would help him relax entering the 2026-27 campaign.

"There's no relaxation whatsoever," Brunson said bluntly.

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Brunson previously said it took him about a month to move on from celebrating the 2026 title win and begin focusing on winning a second straight championship ring.

The 2026 NBA Finals MVP, Brunson helped carry the Knicks to the mountaintop last season by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games. However, ESPN's Ben Golliver reported that 50 percent of the league's general managers voted for the Spurs to win the 2027 championship.

Brunson's mindset will help the Knicks avoid a championship hangover, but they will need to remain motivated throughout the year to navigate the competitive Eastern Conference.

The Knicks will hold their championship ring ceremony and open the season on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden against the Philadelphia 76ers.