Brunson sits at 26 with a multi-category profile dominated by scoring and assists but with glaring gaps in rebounds and blocks for a guard. Nine-cat owners should consider pairing him with a big who can hit threes, to cover the weak defensive stats; in 8-cat he's safer, but still unimpressive compared to peers.

Brunson’s willingness to play off the ball and move without the ball is central to the new attack, aiming to preserve his efficiency while expanding the offense.

Brunson’s ascent with the Knicks centers the East’s shift in expectations. Pressure to replicate or exceed last year’s momentum tests his fit with a newer roster and the city’s appetite for defense, with Brunson tasked to deliver consistency as a leading guard.

Brunson is framed as a solid top-50 option in nine-cat, with efficient scoring and assists; the evaluator notes he may drift down the board due to a crowded top tier and a more predictable profile than some upside picks.

Jaylen Brunson is placed in tier two as a strong three-category contributor, with high scoring and efficient shooting. The discussion notes that in some ADP windows he can be overpriced, so managers may want to pair him with other tier-two names to balance risk and upside.