Is Jalen Brunson playing tonight vs the Indiana Pacers? Latest update on the New York Knicks star's injury report (March 17, 2026)

The New York Knicks will play without Jalen Brunson against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden on March 17. He has been ruled out due to right ankle management and a cervical strain.

He was first listed as questionable, then doubtful, before being ruled out.The Knicks come into this game with a 44-25 record and are third in the standings. The Pacers are 15-53 and have lost 13 straight games. The gap between the two teams is clear, even before considering injuries.

Jalem Brunson's injury report vs Indiana Pacers (March 17, 2026)

Jalen Brunson has been a key player for New York this season. He is averaging 26.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 6.6 assists. The Knicks have a +6.3 point differential, scoring 116.9 points and allowing 110.6 per game.

With Brunson out, Jose Alvarado is expected to start. He brings defense but does not offer the same scoring or playmaking.

New York Knicks injury report remains limited

Miles McBride is also out with an ankle injury. Mitchell Robinson, who had back tightness, is available.The rest of the rotation is intact. Karl-Anthony Towns has averaged 18.4 points and 10.7 rebounds over his last 20 games. Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart are all available. The team also has Jordan Clarkson and Ariel Hukporti in the rotation.

Indiana Pacers dealing with multiple injuries

Indiana has 11 players on the injury report.Pascal Siakam is day-to-day with a knee issue and leads the team with 24.0 points per game. Aaron Nesmith, Andrew Nembhard, Obi Toppin, T.J. McConnell, and Ben Sheppard are all listed as questionable with different injuries.Tyrese Haliburton is out for the season with an Achilles injury. Johnny Furphy is also out with a knee injury.The available group includes Jarace Walker, who is averaging 14.3 points, along with Jay Huff and Micah Potter.

Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Game outlook (March 17, 2026)

The Knicks are still favored. The Pacers are being outscored by 8.7 points per game. They average 111.2 points and allow 119.9.Also read: Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (March 17, 2026)New York has gone 1-4 without Brunson. Even so, Indiana’s injuries make this a difficult matchup for them. The Knicks have more available players and should be in control for most of the game.