KAT Makes History as Knicks Lose to Pacers, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Brunson, Top Players

The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks in their NBA Cup matchup on Friday night, winning by the final score of 106-104 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

With the Knicks attempting to tie the game on their final possession, Karl-Anthony Towns was unable to connect on a fadeaway jumper.

New York lost its second straight game despite Towns finishing with his 12th consecutive double-double to begin the season, setting a new franchise record.

Here's a closer look at the game's top performers including Towns, Jalen Brunson, and Pascal Siakam:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	BLK	STL
Pascal Siakam (IND)	19	3	2	0	0
Aaron Nesmith (IND)	18	7	1	0	0
Kelly Oubre Jr. (IND)	16	5	0	1	2
Ivica Zubac (IND)	12	13	1	1	0
Andrew Nembhard (IND)	12	4	6	0	0
Jalen Brunson (NY)	33	1	11	0	2
Karl-Anthony Towns (NY)	23	15	5	0	3
Mikal Bridges (NY)	18	3	3	0	2
OG Anunoby (NY)	11	2	1	1	1
Josh Hart (NY)	0	5	4	0	0

The Knicks looked sharp on both ends of the floor to open the contest, taking an 18-9 lead in the first quarter.

Indiana responded with an 11-2 run to quickly tie the game, however.

The Pacers were able to put pressure on the rim and get to the free throw line in the second quarter, outscoring New York 32-22 in the period.

At the half, Indiana held a 58-49 edge.

The Knicks cut the deficit to five points early in the third quarter, but the Pacers repeatedly found success in transition to prevent New York from getting any closer for the time being.

Indiana eventually extended its advantage to 83-69 with over three minutes left in the third quarter. This time, the Knicks immediately bounced back by closing the quarter on a 15-2 run.

New York tied the game early in the fourth, although the Pacers built another double-digit lead midway through the period.

The Knicks attempted to mount a late comeback that was nearly completed with Towns' last-second shot, but Indiana emerged victorious.

The Pacers improved to 5-8 with the victory as New York dropped to 6-6.