Brunson (ankle) said prior to Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers that he has been cleared for basketball activities and is hopeful to return to action by the end of the regular season, though the Knicks haven't provided a specific timeline for his return,
James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports. "Realistically, I'm hoping to play before the playoffs," Brunson said. "I think it's good for me to get some game reps before we go into that type of stretch run. Most importantly, I want to make sure I'm 100 percent healthy."