The New York Knicks are rolling as they opened the Phil Jackson era with a victory against the best team in the Eastern Conference. Carmelo Anthony scored 34 points to lift the Knicks past the Indiana Pacers, 92-86. With their new team president watching the game, the Knicks abused the Pacers in the first half then held on for the win. Amare Stoudemire also had a strong game for the Knicks with 21 points. The Knicks have now won 7 games in a row, but are still 4 games behind Atlanta for the last playoff spot in the East. Despite the loss, Indiana still owns the best record in the conference. ANC Dateline Philippines, March 20, 2014