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The conversation soon turned to key player performances, with Jaylen Brunson's struggles at the forefront. Prominently noted was his recent shooting slump, with statistics revealing he has shot only 21% over his last eight matches, including a dismal 12.8% from beyond the arc. The discussion surrounding Brunson's calf injury resurfaced, underscoring a growing concern about how this might impact the team's overall performance.
While the team had previously demonstrated strength through sheer determination, the loss raised alarms about potential long-term issues that could develop if struggles persist.