
Jalen Brunson's heroic performance led the New York Knicks to a 130-121 victory over the Indiana Pacers, giving them a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Brunson, despite battling an injured leg, scored 29 points with 24 of them coming in the final two quarters.
Brunson's resilience drew comparisons to Willis Reed's legendary Game 7 appearance in the 1970 NBA Finals. His teammates expressed unwavering confidence in his return, highlighting his leadership and determination.