In Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals, the New York Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers 111-94, with Jalen Brunson scoring 32 points and Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 24 points and 13 rebounds despite a knee injury. This victory marked the Knicks’ first win at home in the series, keeping their hopes alive of overcoming a 3-1 deficit, while Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton was held to just eight points. The Pacers, who had won six consecutive road games, struggled offensively, shooting only 40.5% from the field.
