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Jalen Brunson has left wrist surgery, Knicks star expected back on court this summer, AP source says
By BRIAN MAHONEY, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson has undergone left wrist surgery and is expected to be back on the court when the New York Knicks begin defense of their NBA title, a person with knowledge of the details said Tuesday. The NBA Finals MVP is expected to resume basketball activities later this summer, ...
Key takeaway The NBA Finals MVP is expected to resume basketball activities later this summer, the person [...
Why this matters in The McAllen
While Jalen Brunson's wrist surgery may seem like a distant concern for McAllen residents, the impact of NBA players' injuries can be felt in local communities where youth basketball is a staple. Many young athletes in the Rio Grande Valley look up to professional players like Brunson as role models, and his journey back to the court can serve as a teaching moment for local coaches and trainers. As Brunson is expected to resume basketball activities later this summer, local sports programs may take note of his rehabilitation process and apply similar strategies to help injured players in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area recover and get back on the court. This could lead to a greater emphasis on injury prevention and rehabilitation in local youth sports, ultimately benefiting young athletes in the region.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson has undergone left wrist surgery and is expected to be back on the court when the New York Knicks begin defense of their NBA title, a person with knowledge of the details said Tuesday. The NBA Finals MVP is expected to resume basketball activities later this summer, ...
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