Knicks’ backup point guard ‘nicked up’ with new injury

Brunson ruled out for tonight vs. Cleveland after suffering injury in Sunday’s loss to the Bucks

Immanuel Quickley will start at point guard tonight vs. the Cavs

New York Knicks backup point guard Jalen Brunson has been ruled out for tonight's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a new injury, the team announced today.

Brunson suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He was diagnosed with a left foot contusion and is listed as day-to-day.

Immanuel Quickley will start at point guard tonight in Brunson's absence. Quickley has started 20 games for the Knicks this season and is averaging 11.3 points and 4.4 assists per game.

The Knicks are hoping that Brunson's injury is not serious and that he will be able to return to action soon.

Brunson has been a key player for the Knicks this season, averaging 19.1 points and 6.7 assists per game. He has started all 51 games he has played in this season and is one of the team's most important players.

The Knicks are currently 25-26 this season and are in seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings.