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Time running out for Knicks enigma to prove he should be back

INDIANAPOLIS — Super Mario doesn’t lack for confidence in himself despite a season that lacks victories. On the surface, it also lacks personal growth.

Call him naive or just a pie-eyed optimist, but Knicks forward Mario Hezonja isn’t deterred about having a big NBA future — perhaps even with the 13-54 Knicks.

After missing the past 10 games with a leg injury, the loquacious Hezonja told The Post he expects to make his return Tuesday against the Pacers.

The enigmatic 6-foot-8 Croatian, who turned 24 two weeks ago, has 14 games to show more, as the free-agent-to-be has not put up ideal numbers.