Knicks vs Pacers Highlights Game 5: A Hard-Fought Victory
The New York Knicks came back from a 10-point deficit to defeat the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.
The Knicks were led by Jalen Brunson, who had 27 points and 10 assists. RJ Barrett added 24 points, and Mitchell Robinson had 20 points and 15 rebounds.
The Pacers were led by Tyrese Haliburton, who had 23 points and 14 assists. Buddy Hield added 22 points, and Myles Turner had 18 points and 10 rebounds.
The Knicks made a crucial run in the fourth quarter to take the lead, and they held on for the victory despite a late rally by the Pacers.
The series is now tied 3-2, and the Knicks will have a chance to close it out in Game 6 on Friday night in New York.
The New York Knicks came into Game 5 of their first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers with their backs against the wall. After dropping the first two games of the series at home, the Knicks had rallied to win the next two games in Indiana to even the series. However, they knew that they couldn't afford to lose Game 5 at home, as it would put them in a very difficult position.
The Knicks started the game strong, but the Pacers quickly fought back and took a 10-point lead in the second quarter. It looked like the Knicks were going to be blown out, but they showed their resilience and fought back to tie the game at halftime.
The second half was a back-and-forth affair, with neither team able to gain a significant advantage. The Knicks finally took the lead for good with a late run in the fourth quarter, and they held on for the victory.
The Knicks were led by Jalen Brunson, who had 27 points and 10 assists. RJ Barrett added 24 points, and Mitchell Robinson had 20 points and 15 rebounds.
The Pacers were led by Tyrese Haliburton, who had 23 points and 14 assists. Buddy Hield added 22 points, and Myles Turner had 18 points and 10 rebounds.
The series is now tied 3-2, and the Knicks will have a chance to close it out in Game 6 on Friday night in New York.