The gritty Knicks pulled out a series-opening win.
The home team completed a valiant comeback to beat the Pacers 121-117 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.
Jalen Brunson finished with 43 points — including key free throws late — and Myles Turner led Indiana with 23.
They will look to go up 2-0 with Game 2 back at The Garden on Wednesday night.