The New York Knicks are enjoying a resurgence, both on the court and in recognition, as two of their standout stars earned coveted All-NBA honors. For the first time since the 2011-12 season, the Knicks saw two players selected to the prestigious teams: Jalen Brunson was named to the All-NBA Second Team, while Karl-Anthony Towns secured a spot on the Third Team. The accolades come during a historic season that saw the Knicks win their most regular-season games in 12 years and reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000.
Brunson, the NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year, continued his meteoric rise with a second consecutive Second Team selection. He received two first-team votes, along with 62 second-team and 36 third-team votes, underscoring his evolution into one of the league’s premier guards. Since joining the Knicks, Brunson has led them to three straight postseason appearances, consistently delivering in high-pressure moments. His game-winning three-pointer in Game 6 against the Pistons and his dominance against the Celtics in the second round were defining moments in the Knicks’ current playoff run.
Towns, acquired in the offseason from the Minnesota Timberwolves, has been a game-changer for New York. He averaged 24.4 points and a career-high 12.8 rebounds during the regular season, shooting an impressive 42 percent from beyond the arc. His postseason impact has been just as significant, particularly with a 35-point performance to open the Pacers series and a strong showing in the decisive Game 6 win over Boston. Towns, now a three-time Third Team honoree, credited New York’s unique intensity for elevating his focus and drive, noting that success in the city “is not for everyone” and must be earned.
This season’s All-NBA selections speak not only to the individual talents of Brunson and Towns but also to a cultural shift within the Knicks organization. Once viewed as a perennial underdog, the franchise has embraced a winning identity, with its stars leading the charge and the fanbase reenergized. Brunson’s leadership and composure have proven critical to the team’s playoff resilience, with the Knicks coming from behind in seven of their postseason victories. His team-first mindset and clutch mentality have become hallmarks of the franchise’s transformation.
Towns’ presence has added a new dynamic to the Knicks’ frontcourt, complementing Brunson’s perimeter dominance and providing consistent scoring and rebounding inside. Together, they have elevated the Knicks into serious championship contenders, giving fans in Madison Square Garden reason to believe once again.
Their recognition among the league’s best players is a milestone for the franchise and a sign of what could be a new golden era of Knicks basketball. As New York battles in the Eastern Conference Finals, the All-NBA nods for Brunson and Towns offer more than individual validation — they mark the resurgence of a team once left behind, now surging forward with purpose.
