INDIANAPOLIS — In an impressive performance, Bennedict Mathurin achieved a personal best by scoring 38 points, including seven 3-pointers, which is also a career high. He helped propel the Indiana Pacers to a 132-121 win over the New York Knicks on Sunday. Alongside Mathurin, Myles Turner contributed significantly to the scoreboard with 26 points, as the Pacers set a season record by sinking 21 shots from beyond the arc. Indiana outperformed New York tremendously in this aspect, scoring 63 points from 3-pointers compared to the Knicks’ mere 21. In a striking fourth quarter display, the Pacers hit 8 of their 13 attempts from deep, while the Knicks struggled, finishing with a total of 7 successful 3-pointers from 25 attempts for the entire game.

Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 33 points, while also dishing out 10 assists and grabbing six rebounds. Karl-Anthony Towns was another key performer for New York, racking up 30 points and 9 rebounds. At halftime, the Knicks had a slight lead at 61-58 and maintained a narrow 94-92 advantage heading into the last quarter of play.

**Key Takeaways**
For the Knicks, the barrage of 3-point shots from the Pacers was a potent reminder of the significant 25-point defeat New York inflicted on Indiana in their earlier matchup this season. On the other hand, the Pacers faced a tough challenge entering the game, as they announced the absence of their starting wings for an extended stretch. Aaron Nesmith is sidelined with a sprained left ankle and is expected to be out until December, while Andrew Nembhard will be unavailable for at least two weeks due to left knee soreness.

**Crucial Moment**
With about 7:11 left in the fourth quarter, things appeared in favor of the Knicks when Towns managed to navigate past two defenders for a three-point play, narrowing the deficit to just two points. However, Indiana responded emphatically, scoring on four consecutive possessions which secured them a 114-107 lead with 4:52 remaining on the clock.

**Key Stat**
In addition to Indiana’s effective 3-point shooting, the Knicks’ challenges in forcing turnovers proved to be significant. The Pacers maintained their composure and played a controlled game, registering only 10 turnovers throughout.

**What’s Next**
Next up for the Pacers is a visit to Orlando on Wednesday, while the Knicks are set to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday.