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Two Pacers had big impact in different ways in win over Knicks

By Peter Botte,

14 days ago

Highlights from the Knicks’ 116-103 Game 6 loss to the Pacers on Friday night:

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Midseason pickup Pascal Siakim had his best game of the series , finishing with 25 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the Pacers’ series-tying, Game 6 win.

https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0tcRYS_0t7cTcQJ00 — Pascal Siakam, who scored 25 points, makes a move on Josh Hart during the Knicks’ 116-103 Game 6 loss to the Pacers. AP

Jalen Brunson would be historic if he could lead Knicks to Game 7 win

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Recently reinserted veteran Alec Burks couldn’t replicate his 17.3-point scoring average over his previous three appearances, scoring 11 (seven in garbage time) on 2-for-8 shooting in 24 minutes.

Obi Toppin has chance to help end Knicks’ season in Game 7

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Aaron Nesmith played another sound game defensively on Jalen Brunson — especially in the first half, when he was held to five of his 31 points on 2-for-13 shooting.

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47-35 The Pacers’ rebounding edge Friday, after allowing the Knicks to dominate Game 5 with a 53-29 advantage.

Quote of the Day

“I assume he’s going to play, it’s Game 7.”

— Jalen Brunson on Josh Hart

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