Knicks Rally to Beat Pacers for 7th Straight Victory
Jalen Brunson Explodes for 44 Points
Pacers Shot Better from 3-Point Range but Knicks Got Better Shots
The New York Knicks rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 109-106 on Monday night, extending their winning streak to seven games. Jalen Brunson led the way for the Knicks with 44 points, while Julius Randle added 23 points and 10 rebounds. The Pacers were led by Tyrese Haliburton's 26 points.
The Pacers shot better from 3-point range than the Knicks, but the Knicks got better shots. The Pacers shot 14-for-31 from 3-point range, while the Knicks shot 7-for-37. However, the Knicks were able to get to the rim more often and they converted those opportunities into points.
The Knicks also won the rebounding battle, outrebounding the Pacers 50-34. This gave the Knicks more second-chance opportunities and helped them control the tempo of the game.
The Pacers will look to snap their losing streak when they host the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. The Knicks will host the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night.
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