According to New York Daily News' Kristian Winfield, Brunson has been cleared for full contact in practices, which means his return is right around the corner. However, with third

The arrival of Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks has significantly strengthened the team, especially in combination with Jalen Brunson’s leadership. This duo has been key to the Knicks' success this season.

The New York Knicks traded Karl-Anthony Towns to give the team more star potential next to Jalen Brunson. While Towns has enjoyed a tremendous first season in the Big Apple, it's clear that he cannot lead a team on his own.