Brief
Jalen Brunson explains wrist rehab and nine different casts
Brunson said he had separate casts for workouts, showering and daily use, and was cleared to play on Sept. 24.
By Felo News Desk · Published
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson discussed his wrist‑injury rehabilitation on the Roommates Show podcast, saying he used nine different casts after surgery.
What happened
Brunson underwent left‑wrist surgery on July 7, 2026, after playing through the injury during the Knicks’ playoff run that culminated in a championship. He was fully cleared to return on Sept. 24.
What the report adds
According to Bleacher Report, Brunson explained that he had a cast for workouts, one for showering and another for everyday use, allowing him to remove a cast while running or exercising.
What was said
"I had nine different casts," Brunson said at the 2:56 mark of the podcast. "I was able to take it off if I ran or worked out with it. So I had one for workouts, one for showering and obviously one for everyday use."
How it came about
The surgery followed a season in which Brunson led the Knicks to their first title in 53 years, averaging a league‑leading 28.4 points per game and earning both Eastern Conference Finals MVP and Finals MVP honors.
Key facts
- Jalen Brunson had left‑wrist surgery on July 7, 2026. (bleacherreport.com)
- He used nine different casts during rehab, including ones for workouts and showering. (bleacherreport.com)
- Brunson was cleared to play on Sept. 24, 2026. (bleacherreport.com)
- He helped the Knicks win the 2026 NBA Finals, averaging 28.4 points per game. (bleacherreport.com)
Sources
- [1] bleacherreport.com — originally reported as “Jalen Brunson Details Wrist Injury Rehab in Video, Knicks Star Says He Had 9 Different Casts”
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