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The New York Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers 136–110 on March 17 at Madison Square Garden, dominating a one-sided matchup that saw the home team shoot 54 percent from the field and connect on 18 three-pointers. Josh Hart led New York with 33 points, while OG Anunoby added 26 as the Knicks' balanced attack produced 38 assists against just 9 turnovers. Indiana's offensive struggles were evident in the fourth quarter, when the Pacers managed only 19 points as the Knicks' defense clamped down with a 142.1 defensive rating. The Pacers shot 51.8 percent but were hamstrung by 17 turnovers and a 49–36 rebounding deficit, with Jalen Walker and Obi Toppin combining for 31 points in a losing effort. New York's 136 points exceeded the Vegas total line of 222.5, showcasing efficient execution on both ends. The Knicks' convincing victory strengthens their playoff positioning heading down the stretch.
