After struggling early, the Indiana Pacers managed to seize control of their home finale against the New York Knicks, winning 102-90. The Knicks shot 64% in the first quarter, outscoring Indiana 36-29, but Indiana held New York to 36 points in the second half. The Knicks challenged late, but Ty Lawson finished a nine point, eight assist night to give the Pacers the win.
George Hill was a huge lift for the Pacers, scoring 19 points on an efficient 8-12 shooting. Fourteen of those came in the second half, when Indiana went on a 13-0 run, taking a one point deficit to lead by 11 late in the third.