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Brunson’s Late 3 Lifts Short-Handed Knicks Over Pacers, 114–113, Days After NBA Cup

The team navigated a tight turnaround with key starters out following the Las Vegas tournament.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 14: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks in action against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on November 14, 2025 in New York City. The Knicks defeated the Heat 140-132. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Jalen Brunson buried a game-winning three in the final seconds and OG Anunoby stole the ensuing inbound to seal a 114–113 road win in Indianapolis.
  • New York rested or was without Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson, with Miles McBride and Landry Shamet also sidelined.
  • Reserve guard Tyler Kolek delivered a career-best double-double with 16 points and 11 assists to stabilize a depleted rotation.
  • The Knicks confirmed they will not raise an NBA Cup banner at Madison Square Garden, saying the organization is focused on a title run in June.
  • Coach Mike Brown criticized the Cup finalists’ schedule crunch, noting the quick travel and back-to-back ahead of Friday’s game against the 76ers.