The New York Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit and staved off a 3–0 series deficit with a 106–100 victory in Game 3. Karl-Anthony Towns led the charge with 24 points, including a dominant 20 point, 8 rebound fourth quarter. Jalen Brunson added 23 points but struggled, shooting 6-for-18. Brunson was the only Knick with a negative plus-minus (-6). That means the team was outscored during his time on the court. Game 4 is pivotal. A Knicks win knots the series at 2–2, shifting momentum back to New York. A Pacers victory puts them one win away from the NBA Finals.
🏀 New York Knicks @ Indiana Pacers
📍 Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Game 4
📊 Series: Pacers lead 2–1
On the Pacers’ side, bench contributions stood out. Obi Toppin posted a remarkable +19 in just 14 minutes. Why he saw limited action is puzzling given his impact. Ben Sheppard was the only other Pacer with a positive plus-minus (+1) in 17 minutes. Indiana’s starters looked great in the first half and took a 55-35 lead with around three minutes left in the second quarter. The Pacers led at the end of the half, 58-47. That all changed in the second half, where the Knicks outscored them 61-44 to win by six.
📺 TV Ratings Surge
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Knicks and Pacers drew an average of 6.6 million viewers on TNT, peaking at 8.5 million. That marked the most-watched Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals in seven years. The dramatic nature of the game as well as Tyrese Haliburton’s buzzer-beater that sent the game into overtime contributed to the high ratings.
📊 Starters & Stats (3 Games)
Knicks Starters:
– Jalen Brunson: 102 PTS, 17 AST
– Karl-Anthony Towns: 79 PTS, 34 REB
– Mikal Bridges: 51 PTS, 15 REB
– OG Anunoby: 48 PTS, 10 REB
– Mitchell Robinson: 14 PTS, 23 REB
Pacers Starters:
– Tyrese Haliburton: 65 PTS, 29 AST, 16 REB
– Pascal Siakam: 73 PTS , 14 REB, 11 AST
– Aaron Nesmith: 50 PTS, 16 REB
– Myles Turner: 49 PTS, 12 REB
– Andrew Nembhard: 36 PTS, 11 REB
🔍 Game 4 Outlook
The Knicks have thrived on the road this postseason with a 6–1 away record. Their resilience was on full display in Game 3 as they overcame a 20-point deficit to keep their hopes alive in this series. Consistency remains key and the team cannot rely on late game heroics if they want to advance to the NBA Finals.
The Pacers need to rediscover their offensive rhythm. After a great start to the series, their shooting cooled down during in Game 3. They need to maximize bench contributions from impactful players who can make a difference like Toppin.
💰 Betting Preview
Game 4 Line:
– Spread: Pacers -2.5
– Total: 220.5
– Moneyline: Pacers -135 / Knicks +115
Prop to Watch:
Karl-Anthony Towns Under 1.5 Assists -105. Towns has recorded one or fewer assists in 12 of his last 14 playoff games.
🔚 Prediction
No play on the side. The 106–100 score in Game 3 was an anomaly in this rivalry that is characterized by high scoring affairs. Given the offensive capabilities of both teams and their previous meetings, expect a return to higher point totals in Game 4.
The Pick(s):
Over 220.5
Karl-Anthony Towns Under 1.5 Assists
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Peter Maiorano
