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Who is Jalen Brunson? Know All About him in This Story

Published By Karan Brar  Date: 29 June, 2022

Jalen Marquis Brunson is an American professional basketball player for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.

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He was born on 31 August 1996 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and raised in southern New Jersey until sixth grade.

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Jalen Brunson was a star player for Villanova University's basketball team, where he was named National Player of the Year as a junior and helped the team win two national championships.

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Brunson was named MVP of the 2015 FIBA Under-19 World Cup after leading Team USA to a gold medal.

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Jalen Brunson played a pivotal role in leading the 2017-18 Wildcats to victory in the 2018 NCAA Men's Division championship game.

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He had a stellar college career, beginning as the 2015-16 Big East Conference Preseason Freshman of the Year. He was also a Big East All-Freshman Team selection following the season.

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Brunson was a key player for Stevenson, averaging 26.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.7 assists, and 2.9 steals. The team had a great season, finishing with a 32-2 record.

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Two of Jalen Brunson's high school teammates were the sons of NFL athletes: Matt Morrissey and Cameron Green.

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