Jalen Brunson

Jalen Brunson captured the Clutch Player of the Year award, becoming the first Eastern Conference player to win the Jerry West Trophy in its three-year history. The Knicks leader averaged a league-high 5.6 points in crunch-time situations and shot over 50% from the field while maintaining exceptional composure in the final five minutes of close games. His ice-cold demeanor and late-game excellence have made him one of the most reliable closers in basketball. Brunson led the league in field goals made during pressure moments while ranking among the leaders in total fourth-quarter points and assists. The former Villanova champion's ability to raise his level when the stakes are highest has transformed the Knicks into a formidable force in tight games. His Clutch Player of the Year award celebrates the mental toughness and competitive fire that define great performers in critical moments, cementing his reputation as one of the game's ultimate competitors.