The NBA Cup is in full swing, and that means we are just weeks away from seeing who wins the top prize in the popular in-season tournament. Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks wants to win it all, but not just because of the pride and glory that come with victory.

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson was named the captain of the team in the offseason. He was named the leader of a playoff team aspiring to be a true title contender. This season, Brunson has taken on that role outside of his elite scoring ability.

“Jalen Brunson said he wanted to win the NBA Cup in part to help teammates on min. salaries and 2way deals to get a $500k payday. Asked Josh Hart after practice today about winning the Cup so those teammates could get paid: ‘No. I wanna win cause I want a damn watch. The new AP.'