Despite a strong effort from the Indiana Pacers, the New York Knicks were able to pull away late in Game 2 at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night, ultimately winning with a score of 130-121. The victory puts the Knicks up 2-0 in the series, with Game 3 set to take place in Indianapolis on Friday.
The Pacers, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s 31 points and T.J. McConnell’s 10 points and 12 assists, had their chances to even the series but couldn’t capitalize on the Knicks’ bad luck. Unfortunately for the Knicks, they suffered injuries to key players Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby during the game. Anunoby, who left with left hamstring soreness after scoring 28 points, is a crucial player for the Knicks’ defense, and his absence could impact future games in the series.
Despite the setbacks, the Knicks were able to maintain their competitiveness and talent to secure the win. Now, the pressure is on the Pacers to figure something out at home in Game 3 to avoid being eliminated quickly in the series. As the Knicks look to extend their lead, the Pacers will need to regroup and come out with a stronger performance in front of their home crowd. Stay tuned for more updates as the series continues to unfold.
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