In Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals, Jalen Brunson failed to deliver in crunch time, scoring only two points in the fourth quarter of the Knicks' 130-121 loss to the Pacers. Although he ended the game with 31 points, most were scored earlier. His performance, combined with defensive struggles and foul troubles in previous games, raised concerns. Coach Tom Thibodeau criticized officiating as impacting Brunson's game, while Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin had a breakout game, adding to the Knicks' woes as they face potential elimination.
Brunson finished with 31 points on 9-of-19 shooting, but most of that damage was done in the first three quarters.
Jalen Brunson stated, 'I could sit here and be very detail-oriented about certain things, but obviously not good enough.'
Coach Tom Thibodeau criticized officiating, saying, 'Some of the plays, they're 50/50... I know what a charge looks like.'
Bennedict Mathurin scored 20 points off the bench, showcasing a breakout performance for the Pacers.
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