Jalen Brunson Became the Savior Knicks Fans Never Saw Coming
Jalen Brunson Became the Savior Knicks Fans Never Saw Coming  
Podcast: Evan & Tiki
Published On: Tue May 26 2026
Description: Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber continue the conversation by celebrating the Knicks fans who stayed loyal through years of losing, disappointment, and false hope. From old tweets about hopeless seasons to callers reliving the darkest eras of the franchise, the moment feels bigger because of everything diehard fans had to endure. The guys look back at painful Knicks memories, debate whether Charles Oakley should be welcomed back into the Garden, and reflect on how Jalen Brunson unexpectedly became the leader fans had waited decades to find. They also discuss Leon Rose’s role in building this roster, the importance of Mikal Bridges, and why this Knicks team feels so connected as it chases a championship.