Jalen Brunson secures the New York Knicks their 9th consecutive victory.

On Thursday night, the New York Knicks secured an impressive victory, winning 109-105 against the Pacers in a close game where Jalen Brunson played a decisive role. With 40 points, Brunson had an emotional performance, describing the evening as a special experience in his career. He played the game with significant pain, evident in a hit to the eye. The New York Knicks now have a record of 32-17, placing them 2nd in the Atlantic Division.

Jalen Brunson against Pacers: 
◉ 40 PTS
◉ 5 REB
◉ 1 AST

Jalen Brunson was visibly moved after the game, having recently been selected to his first NBA All-Star game. Fans showed their pride for Brunson as his name was loudly cheered by the entire audience. Brunson's deserved All-Star selection reflects his impressive performance throughout the season.

Jalen Brunson season stats: 
◉ 26.8 PTS
◉ 3.8 REB
◉ 6.5 AST 
◉ 0.9 STL
◉ 0.2 BLK

The next significant challenge for the Knicks and Brunson will be on Sunday when they face the Lakers, aiming to extend their winning streak to 10 games.