Jalen Brunson Returns from Injury to Spark Knicks Comeback
Brunson Scores 24 in Second Half
Jalen Brunson returned from a right foot injury to score 24 of his 29 points in the second half Wednesday night, helping the New York Knicks rally from a 19-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 106-99 in Game 2 of their second-round series.
Brunson Injured in First Half
Brunson left the game with a right foot contusion in the first half, but returned in the third quarter and immediately made an impact. He scored 12 points in the period, helping the Knicks cut the lead to 75-69 heading into the fourth.
Knicks Overcome 19-Point Deficit
The Knicks continued to chip away at the lead in the fourth quarter, and tied the game at 90-90 with 4:05 remaining. Brunson then made a jumper to give the Knicks the lead for good, and they held on for the victory.
Brunson Key to Knicks Success
Brunson has been a key player for the Knicks all season, and his return from injury is a big boost to their playoff hopes. The Knicks are now one win away from advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals, and Brunson will be a big part of their success if they can get there.
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