Jalen Brunson's apparent illness at media day has raised serious questions about his availability for the New York Knicks' crucial NBA Cup semifinal game again

The Knicks’ latest injury report suggests that Jalen Brunson is clear to play tonight’s exciting semifinal bash against the Orlando Magic.

The New York Knicks and Orlando Magic meet Saturday in the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas, Nevada, with tip-off scheduled for 5:30 p.m. ET.

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson is cleared to play against the Orlando Magic in the NBA Cup semifinal on Saturday.

The New York Knicks wrapped up a 117-101 win over the Toronto Raptors in the quarterfinals of the 2025 NBA Cup at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday.

New York’s captain won last season’s NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year award, an honor that goes to someone who routinely wills their team to victory in the game’s most intense moments. Brunson did it in the regular season and the playoffs. He did it while being defended by players three inches taller, some 20 pounds heavier. A scorer’s scorer.

New York Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson did not run for major of New York, but it didn't stop fans from writing his name in for the job. Brunson got 27 votes in the NYC mayoral election — the most of any New York City sports figure.