Brunson could not re-enter for the stretch run, when he so-often thrives. It cost the Knicks the opportunity to close out this series, which shifts to Detroit for Game 6.

At one point Sunday, it was unclear whether Brunson would even finish Game 4. Unfortunately for Detroit, he did.

Jalen Brunson says he’s “fine” after an injury scare in Game 5, as the Knicks look to regroup for a crucial Game 6 against the Pistons.