Knicks Dominate Pacers in Home Opener Victory

The New York Knicks secured a dominant 123-98 victory against the Indiana Pacers in their home opener, rebounding from a previous loss to the Boston Celtics. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 26 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, and Mikal Bridges added another 21 points. Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton struggled, going scoreless for the third time in his career, missing all eight shot attempts, including seven from beyond the arc. The Knicks' defense held the Pacers to a mere 10% shooting from three-point range. This win marked a significant turnaround for the Knicks after allowing a record-tying 29 three-pointers against Boston, showcasing their balanced scoring and strong perimeter defense.