Basketball is a very popular game that has a large fan following around the world. The two NBA (National Basketball Association) teams that have turned this match into a thrilling experience are Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks.
In this very comprehensive article, we will talk about Indiana Pacers vs Knicks match player stats series that spanned most of the years through regular-season action.
Pacers vs Knicks Match Player Stats: All-Time Head-to-Head Record
- Regular season games: 196
- New York Knicks won: 101
- Indiana Pacers won: 95
Historical Overview
Historical Overview
1970s Era (1976-1979)
- Record: Knicks 18, Pacers 10
- First Meeting: October 20, 1976 (Knicks 102, Pacers 96)
- Notable Streak: Knicks won 8 straight (1977-78)
- Average Score: Knicks 106.8, Pacers 98.4
Key Players:
- Knicks: Walt Frazier (22.4 PPG), Bob McAdoo (26.7 PPG)
- Pacers: Billy Knight (23.2 PPG), Don Buse (8.2 APG)
1980s Era (1980-1989)
- Record: Knicks 22, Pacers 18
- Longest Winning Streak: Knicks 6 games (1983-84)
- Notable Games: Bernard King’s 44-point performance (Dec 1984)
- Average Score: Knicks 109.2, Pacers 107.8
Key Players:
- Knicks: Patrick Ewing (21.3 PPG, 9.2 RPG), Bernard King (26.5 PPG)
- Pacers: Chuck Person (21.6 PPG), Herb Williams (15.8 PPG)
1990s Golden Era (1990-1999)
- Record: Pacers 24, Knicks 20
- Most Points: Pacers 133, Knicks 111 (March 1992)
- Defensive Battle: Knicks 73, Pacers 71 (February 1995)
- Average Score: Pacers 98.6, Knicks 95.4
Key Players:
- Knicks: Patrick Ewing (23.2 PPG, 11.1 RPG), John Starks (17.5 PPG)
- Pacers: Reggie Miller (24.3 PPG), Rik Smits (17.9 PPG)
2000s Transition (2000-2009)
- Record: Pacers 22, Knicks 18
- Highest Scoring: Pacers 140, Knicks 128 (2OT, March 2004)
- Notable Trend: Home team won 65% of games
- Average Score: Pacers 101.2, Knicks 97.8
Key Players:
- Knicks: Allan Houston (22.1 PPG), Stephon Marbury (19.8 PPG)
- Pacers: Jermaine O’Neal (20.4 PPG), Ron Artest (18.3 PPG)
Modern Era (2010-2024)
- Record: Pacers 24, Knicks 22
- Recent Trend: Higher scoring games
- Notable Change: Increased pace and three-point attempts
- Average Score: Pacers 108.4, Knicks 106.2
Key Players:
- Knicks: Carmelo Anthony (25.6 PPG), Jalen Brunson (27.2 PPG)
- Pacers: Paul George (22.4 PPG), Tyrese Haliburton (24.8 PPG)
Statistical Deep Dive
Statistical Deep Dive
All-Time Leaders
Scoring:
- Patrick Ewing (Knicks): 1,842 points
- Reggie Miller (Pacers): 1,726 points
- Bernard King (Knicks): 1,248 points
- Rik Smits (Pacers): 1,186 points
- John Starks (Knicks): 1,142 points
Rebounds:
- Patrick Ewing (Knicks): 892
- Dale Davis (Pacers): 623
- Charles Oakley (Knicks): 586
- Antonio Davis (Pacers): 524
- Kurt Thomas (Knicks): 482
Assists:
- Mark Jackson (Pacers): 512
- Walt Frazier (Knicks): 486
- Vern Fleming (Pacers): 442
- Jamaal Tinsley (Pacers): 386
- Micheal Ray Richardson (Knicks): 368
Venue Statistics
Madison Square Garden:
- Games Played: 99
- Knicks Record: 64-35
- Average Attendance: 19,033
- Highest Scoring Game: 268 points (Pacers 140, Knicks 128)
- Most Common Win Margin: 6-10 points (31 games)
Pacers Home Venues
Market Square Arena (1976-1999):
- Games Played: 46
- Pacers Record: 28-18
- Notable: 8 overtime games
Gainbridge Fieldhouse (1999-Present):
- Games Played: 53
- Pacers Record: 37-16
- Notable: 12 games decided by 3 points or less
Notable Regular Season Records
Notable Regular Season Records
Single-Game Records
Most Points (Individual):
- Knicks: Bernard King (44 pts, 1984)
- Pacers: Reggie Miller (42 pts, 1995)
Most Rebounds:
- Knicks: Patrick Ewing (22 reb, 1990)
- Pacers: Dale Davis (20 reb, 1994)
Most Assists:
- Knicks: Mark Jackson (17 ast, 1988)
- Pacers: Mark Jackson (18 ast, 1997)
Team Records
- Highest Scoring Game: 268 points (2004)
- Lowest Scoring Game: 144 points (1995)
- Largest Margin of Victory: Pacers by 34 (2010)
- Most Overtime Games in a Season: 3 (2003-04)
Conclusion
The head-to-head records between the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers tell everything about the fierce rivalry over the years. And in recent matches, with each team showing talent and tenacity, fans can enjoy more thrilling basketball moments through this rivalry.
Both franchises will look to build upon their strengths and attempt to correct weaknesses as they move forward into future seasons in hopes of gaining the upper hand over each other in this historic rivalry.
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