Jalen Brunson made a strong comeback from a foot injury, scoring 24 of his 29 points in the second half. This propelled the New York Knicks to a 130-121 win over the Indiana Pacers, securing a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Brunson’s performance, reminiscent of Willis Reed’s legendary game, energized the Madison Square Garden crowd.
Despite falling short of setting a new record, Brunson’s contribution was crucial in bringing the Knicks closer to their first Eastern Conference finals appearance since 2000.
OG Anunoby also played a significant role, scoring a career-high 28 points in the playoffs before exiting the game with a hamstring injury. The Knicks, already grappling with multiple injuries, relied on the efforts of players like Brunson and Anunoby to secure the victory.
