In Jalen Brunson’s absence, the Knicks have found ways to address many of their key issues, and it may coalesce in time for a playoff run.

The headline is Brunson, who has been out for roughly a month with an ankle sprain and, barring a setback, is expected to return either Saturday against the Hawks or Sunday against the Suns.

Tom Thibodeau always envisions his teams playing their best basketball entering the postseason. Now, with Jalen Brunson — and critical reinforcements behind him — finally arriving, that vision