Brunson suffered a sprained right ankle in New York's overtime loss to the Lakers on Thursday and his looming absence could be costly

It’s time for New York’s big investment to begin paying dividends: The Knicks need Bridges to show up on offense in addition to his role as the team’s point of attack defender. He is averaging 17.2 points per game this season but has not been consistent in being an impactful offensive player. The Knicks will also need to up Towns’ usage.

Not only did New York suffer yet another unfortunate loss, but superstar guard Jalen Brunson exited the contest late in the game with an ankle injury. While the Knicks star shot his two free throws, finishing the contest with 39 points and ten assists,