But as he has worked his way through a problematic right calf it has coincided with an uncharacteristic shooting slump. As he readied to face the Toronto Raptors Wednesday night, hoping to break the Knicks three-game losing streak, he was searching for answers.

The Knicks' captain gave props to the Knicks' training and strength and conditioning staff following Wednesday's win.

New York Knicks superstar point guard Jalen Brunson earned his elite status over the past two seasons in the Big Apple by constantly putting the team on his back.