Even though Hart said it in jest, the Knicks All-Star could be the best scorer in the NBA at his size, up there with Stephen Curry. Brunson is listed at 6'2", but he does not have Curry's light feet and burst of speed. He gets the job done using impeccable footwork and a variety of crafty moves in the paint and in the midrange.

San Antonio is coming off a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were runners-up in the 2024 NBA Cup Final before lifting the main NBA Championship in the summer. New York topped the Orlando Magic in its semifinal affair. The Spurs should have the tools to get the job done, but Brunson and Co. are used to being underdogs.