Knicks trio makes franchise history with offensive output in Game 2 win

Knicks trio makes franchise history with offensive output in Game 2 win

The Knicks’ thrilling Game 2 win had injuries, one return from an injury and many lead changes — with a bit of history thrown in.

For the first time in Knicks franchise history, three players scored more than 25 points in a playoff game, according to Stat Mamba.

Jalen Brunson celebrates during the Knicks’ 130-121 win over the Pacers in Game 2. Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports Donte DiVincenzo, who scored 28 points, celebrates during the Knicks’ Game 2 win. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post

Jalen Brunson, who did not play in the second quarter due to a foot injury, returned and scored 29 points in the Knicks’ 130-121 comeback win over the Pacers on Wednesday night at the Garden.

Fellow Villanova running mate Donte DiVincenzo poured in 28.

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OG Anunoby celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer during the Knicks’ Game 2 victory. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post

And finally, OG Anunoby, who left the game after the third quarter with a left hamstring injury, also scored 28 points.

The Knicks also got 19 points and 15 rebounds from Josh Hart.

The victory gives the Knicks a 2-0 series lead in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Game 3 is Friday night at Indiana.