This article was originally published on dailyknicks.com as Jalen Brunson saw Tyler Kolek's breakout for the Knicks coming a mile away. Tyler Kolek has quickly become an important cog in the New York Knicks’ machine, and is shocking everyone who’s cared to notice in the process. Except for Jalen Brunson.

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson had high praise for the team's hero in their win against the Indiana Pacers.

Kolek was set to earn roughly $2 million this year. The prize money for winning the Cup is $530,933 per player. As Hart scored the final basket of the game, he looked over at Kolek and flashed a money sign with his hands. It was fitting, because in Vegas, he became Kasino Kolek.

Jalen Brunson made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 4.4 seconds left and scored 25 points, OG Anunoby stole the ensuing inbounds pass and the New York Knicks rallied for a 114-113 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night.

The New York Knicks prospect has earned more trust within the team's rotation thanks to a productive offseason.

The recent encouraging play from Tyler Kolek could prompt the Knicks to recalibrate their approaching ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

The New York Knicks have dealt with a few injuries this season that have led to head coach Mike Brown having to tinker with his lineup combinations. Through 26