Knicks Rule Out Jalen Brunson for Hornets Game

The star point guard will miss Sunday's matchup due to injury.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 9:18pm

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The New York Knicks have announced that they will be without star point guard Jalen Brunson for Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Brunson, who finished the 2026 regular season averaging 26.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.8 assists per game, will sit out the contest due to injury.

Why it matters

Brunson's absence is a significant blow for the Knicks, as he has been a key driver of their success this season. The team will need to find ways to generate offense without their leading scorer and playmaker against the Hornets.

The details

The Knicks have officially ruled out Brunson, along with several other injured players, for Sunday's game against the Hornets. This comes after Brunson's strong performance in the team's previous game, where he scored 29 points and contributed in other areas as well.

  • The Knicks will host the Hornets on Sunday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Jalen Brunson

The Knicks' star point guard, who finished the 2026 regular season averaging 26.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.8 assists per game.

New York Knicks

The NBA team that plays its home games at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Charlotte Hornets

The NBA team that will be visiting the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday.

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What they’re saying

“The Knicks, as expected, have ruled out OG Anunoby, Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson for Sunday's game vs. Charlotte.”

— Tommy Beer, Knicks Centric

What’s next

The Knicks will need to find a way to generate offense and win the game against the Hornets without their star point guard Jalen Brunson in the lineup.

The takeaway

Brunson's absence is a significant setback for the Knicks, who will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by their leading scorer and playmaker. The team's depth and ability to adapt will be tested as they look to secure a victory without their star point guard.