The Indiana Pacers defeated the visiting New York Knicks, 122-102, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday evening.

The Pacers got out to a strong start at home with a, 36-29, lead after one quarter and kept the pressure on to make it a 13-point game at halftime. The Knicks had no answers in the second half, as they saw the deficit grow to 20, after three quarters and to a game-high 27 points, early in the fourth. This marks the second straight win for the Pacers.

Three players topped 20 points for the Pacers, led by Chris Duarte, with 23 points, three rebounds, six assists and a steal, in 30 minutes of action. Myles Turner followed up with 22 points, four rebounds, two blocks and a steal, while Domantas Sabonis totaled 21 points, 11 rebounds, five assists and a block. The Pacers shot 53 percent from the field, including 10-of-27 from long range.

Meanwhile, R.J. Barrett led the Knicks with 19 points, two rebounds and three assists, in 35 minutes. Julius Randle followed up with 18 points, eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block, while Alec Burks chipped in 15 points on 5-of-11 shooting. The Knicks shot 42 percent, including 9-of-30 from deep.

The Knicks (12-13) will look to bounce back as they take on the Raptors in Toronto on Friday. The Pacers (11-16) play host to the Mavericks on Friday.