Overview

• The Knicks claimed a 111-94 victory in Game 5 at Madison Square Garden, cutting Indiana’s series advantage to 3-2.
• Jalen Brunson delivered 32 points, five rebounds and five assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 24 points and 13 rebounds.
• New York’s defense stifled Indiana’s attack, holding Tyrese Haliburton to eight points and forcing multiple turnovers.
• Pacers coach Rick Carlisle blamed the loss on poor rebounding, turnover issues and a lack of intensity.
• New York must win Game 6 on Saturday in Indianapolis to force a Game 7—a comeback from 3-1 down achieved by only 13 NBA teams in history.