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Jalen Brunson’s Resilient Performance Powers Knicks to Game 2 Victory

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Clutch Leadership Defines Playoff Showdown

In a dramatic Eastern Conference semifinal clash at Madison Square Garden, Jalen Brunson showcased championship mettle despite injury challenges. The New York Knicks guard rebounded from a first-half foot injury to score 24 of his 29 points after halftime, fueling a 130-121 comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Historic Parallels Emerge

Brunson's gritty return mirrored Willis Reed's legendary 1970 Finals performance, occurring on the 54th anniversary of Reed's iconic moment. The guard's decisive floater with 41.7 seconds remaining capped his 18th career playoff game with 30+ points, etching his name deeper in Knicks lore.

Jalen Brunson’s Resilient Performance Powers Knicks to <a href=https://www.ajfpt.com/tags-Game2-0.html target=_blank class=infotextkey>Game 2</a> Victory Over Pacers

Roster Challenges Test Team Depth

New York overcame significant absences including Julius Randle and Mitchell Robinson, while losing OG Anunoby to a third-quarter hamstring injury. Role players rose to the occasion, with Donte DiVincenzo contributing 28 points and crucial defensive stops against Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton.

Haliburton's Effort Overshadowed

Despite Tyrese Haliburton's game-high 34 points and seven three-pointers, Indiana's 10-point halftime lead evaporated under Brunson's second-half onslaught. The Pacers' third-quarter collapse (-18 point differential) exposed defensive vulnerabilities against playoff-tested opponents.

Series Outlook

While the 2-0 series advantage favors New York, concerns persist about Brunson's foot injury and Anunoby's availability for Game 3 in Indiana. The Pacers must devise new strategies to contain Brunson's iNFLuence, while the Knicks face roster management challenges to maintain their playoff momentum.