Pacers handle Knicks 132-121

The Indiana Pacers delivered a statement victory over the New York Knicks 132-121 on Sunday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis. The sellout crowd of 17,274 fans experienced a display of offensive prowess and late-game heroics from Indiana, who now sit at 5-5 on the season. The Pacers leaned on performances from their young core, led by Bennedict Mathurin, who put up a game-high 38 points, including seven three-pointers. Mathurin, paired with Tyrese Haliburton and his 35 points and 14 assists, kept the Knicks on their heels throughout the contest. Myles Turner added 26 points, including two pivotal three-pointers in the fourth quarter that helped Indiana pull away from New York, igniting the home crowd. “I used what the defense gives me and shoot the ball with confidence,” Mathurin said after the win. Related: Pacers defeat Magic Knicks Karl-Anthony Towns goes up in the paint during the game against the Indiana Pacers on November 10, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis, IN. (Photo/Walt Thomas) The game began with a close contest between the two squads, who matched each other nearly shot for shot in the first frame. New York responded in the second quarter, as Jalen Brunson’s driving...