Jalen Brunson's Dad Sets the Record Straight on Mark Cuban’s Business Decision

When Jalen Brunson moved from the Dallas Mavericks to the New York Knicks, it marked a new chapter in his career. The 28-year-old point guard had left behind a team where he felt he couldn’t grow. Recently, his father, Rick Brunson, who works with the Knicks, revealed some interesting details about Jalen’s time with the Mavericks. On the Roommates Show, the father-son duo talked about Jalen’s stint with the Mavericks. Mark Cuban, the former owner of the Mavericks, had turned down Jalen’s $55 million contract extension twice. Cuban had said that things got messy when Jalen’s parents got involved. Rick Brunson corrected this. He said it was just him, as a father and coach, trying to understand the business side of things. The “business decision” Cuban was talking about was to let Jalen become a free agent. This way, the Mavericks could see if he would get a mid-level or $55 million contract. If so, they could match it. Rick understood this strategy but didn’t appreciate being blamed for it. Mark Cuban apologized to Jalen last year for his comments. Meanwhile, Jalen’s move to the Knicks reshaped his career. The Knicks were happy to invest in his talent, while the Mavericks lost a key player. This story shows how betting on oneself can lead to great things.