Jalen Brunson named 2025 Emirates NBA Cup MVP as Knicks rally past Spurs 124-113 in epic championship thriller.

Jalen Brunson has done it again! The New York Knicks captain turned on GOD MODE in the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, leading his team to a stunning comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs and earning the coveted NBA Cup MVP award in the process. In a game that had fans on the edge of their seats, Brunson orchestrated a fourth-quarter explosion to crush the Spurs’ championship dreams and deliver New York’s first trophy in over 50 years.

Brunson Enters GOD MODE: Clutch Leadership Seals MVP Honors

Despite a challenging shooting night in the final (11-of-27 from the field), Jalen Brunson finished with 25 points, 8 assists, and 4 rebounds, contributing to a massive 42 of the Knicks’ 124 points through scoring or assists. His steady hand in crunch time – dishing out key dimes and hitting tough shots – powered New York’s 35-19 fourth-quarter dominance, erasing an 11-point deficit and leaving the young Spurs heartbroken.

Brunson’s tournament-long dominance was undeniable: He averaged 33.2 points per game across NBA Cup play, shooting efficiently and carrying the Knicks through the knockout rounds. Media voters overwhelmingly selected him as MVP (19 out of 20 votes), placing him alongside legends LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo as the only players to win the award. This honor cements Brunson as one of the league’s clutch superstars – a true big-moment performer who thrives under pressure.

How the Knicks Crushed the Spurs’ Dreams in Dramatic Fashion

The Spurs, led by rookie sensation Dylan Harper (21 points) and Victor Wembanyama (18 points), looked poised to steal the title early, building a double-digit lead behind Wemby’s third-quarter surge. But the Knicks’ depth and relentless rebounding turned the tide. New York grabbed 23 offensive rebounds for 32 second-chance points – a mark the Spurs hadn’t surrendered since 2001 – and outrebounded San Antonio 67-56 overall.

OG Anunoby exploded for a game-high 28 points (including five 3-pointers) and 9 rebounds, while the bench provided massive sparks. The collective effort overwhelmed the Spurs down the stretch, flipping the script in a 43-21 run to close the game.

Why Brunson’s MVP and This Knicks Win Are a Game-Changer

This 2025 NBA Cup championship ends a 52-year trophy drought for the Knicks, dating back to their 1973 NBA title. For Brunson, the MVP trophy is validation of his superstar status – a player who elevates his game when it matters most. With this momentum, Knicks fans are buzzing: Is Jalen Brunson the leader who can finally bring a real NBA championship back to Madison Square Garden?

The victory also means big bonuses: Each Knicks player earns approximately $515,000, while the Spurs take home around $206,000 as runners-up.

What’s Next for Brunson and the NBA Cup Champs?

Fresh off this triumph, the Knicks head into the rest of the 2025-26 season with supreme confidence. Brunson’s GOD MODE performances have set the tone – expect more clutch heroics as New York chases bigger dreams.

NBA fans, this is just the beginning. Jalen Brunson is locked in, and the Knicks are coming for everything!