Coming into Saturday, the New York Knicks (33-20) sat fourth in the Eastern Conference, and tonight’s opponent, the Indiana Pacers (20-24) lurked close behind in sixth. The regular season series between the two clubs was tied 1-1, and New York had beaten Indy by four on February 1. A win tonight could have Playoff implications, but would not come easy with the Knicks shorthanded yet again.
With Julius Randle, OG Anunoby, Isaiah Hartenstein, Jericho Sims, and Mitchell Robinson all out, tonight’s starting lineup consisted of Jalen Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo, Josh Hart, Precious Achiuwa, and Taj Gibson.