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Knicks Face Must-Win NBA Cup Showdown
14 Nov
Summary
- Knicks seek a crucial win in their second NBA Cup game against the Pacers.
- A second group-stage loss would significantly harm the Knicks' advancement chances.
- Pacers' star Tyrese Haliburton is sidelined with a hamstring strain.
The New York Knicks face a pivotal NBA Cup matchup tonight, November 13th, against the Indiana Pacers. Having already suffered a 98-93 defeat to the 76ers in their opening group-stage game, a second loss would place the defending NBA Cup champions in a precarious position regarding advancement. This crucial game is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Knicks are also reeling from a recent 115-107 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, which saw James Harden net 32 points against them.
The Indiana Pacers enter this contest with a 4-8 record, buoyed by their recent 114-101 victory over the Washington Wizards on November 11th, where Pascal Siakam led with 28 points and Ivica Zubac added 20. Like the Knicks, the Pacers also hold an 0-1 record in NBA Cup play. Notably, star guard Tyrese Haliburton will be absent for the Pacers due to a mild left hamstring strain, with an expected return in approximately ten days.
This encounter marks the first meeting between these Eastern Conference rivals this year. The last game between the Knicks and Pacers occurred on March 17th, with New York securing a decisive 136-110 victory. Tonight's NBA Cup game is exclusively streaming nationwide on Prime Video, requiring an Amazon Prime subscription. New subscribers can take advantage of a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime, which includes Prime Video and other benefits.
