Knicks Fall to Pacers Despite Brunson's 40-Point Game

Jalen Brunson's standout performance was not enough to secure the win for the Knicks against the struggling Pacers.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The New York Knicks lost a close overtime game to the Indiana Pacers, 137-134, at Madison Square Garden. Jalen Brunson scored an impressive 40 points, but the rest of the Knicks roster failed to provide sufficient scoring support. The Pacers, who have the worst road win percentage in the NBA this season, shot an efficient 52% from the field to overcome the Knicks' defensive lapses.

Why it matters

The Knicks' loss to the struggling Pacers raises concerns about their ability to consistently perform against weaker opponents, especially as they approach the playoffs. The team's playoff outlook will depend on the supporting cast and bench players improving their contributions to complement Brunson's scoring.

The details

Brunson's 40-point game was the primary offensive force for the Knicks, but the rest of the roster, including Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, failed to generate enough offense to help close the game. The Pacers' bench outscored the Knicks' reserves 43-18, proving to be a decisive factor in the outcome.

  • The game was played on February 11, 2026 at Madison Square Garden.

The players

Jalen Brunson

A point guard for the New York Knicks who scored 40 points in the game.

DeMarcus Cousins

A player for the New York Knicks who commented that the team is 'a piece away' from becoming true championship contenders.

Karl-Anthony Towns

A player for the New York Knicks who failed to generate enough offense to help the team win.

Mikal Bridges

A player for the New York Knicks who also failed to provide sufficient scoring support.

Josh Hart

A player for the New York Knicks who recorded a triple-double and provided reliable scoring off the bench.

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