Knicks to Face Pacers in Game Four

INDIANAPOLIS: In a thrilling NBA playoff encounter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday, Karl-Anthony Towns spearheaded the New York Knicks to a 106-100 victory over the Indiana Pacers. His fourth-quarter performance was instrumental in the win.

The Knicks’ triumph in Game three of the Eastern Conference finals reduces their series deficit to 2-1.

Towns amassed 24 points, including 20 in the pivotal fourth quarter, and secured a game-high 15 rebounds, fueling the Knicks’ comeback. Jalen Brunson contributed 23 points but spent significant time on the bench after accumulating five fouls by the end of the third quarter.

The Pacers initiated the game with vigor, posting scores of 30-26 and 28-19 in the initial two quarters. However, the Knicks began to build momentum, narrowing the gap to 10 points as they entered the fourth quarter.

Towns ignited the fourth quarter with a successful three-pointer, which he followed with two layups, bringing the Knicks within three points at 82-79.

Expressing his elation, Towns stated his determination to capitalize on the opportunity and ensure his team’s victory. He conveyed his satisfaction with the outcome.

Towns’ Quote

“When I got a chance to do what I do in the fourth, I was going to make sure I seized the opportunity,” Towns said on Sunday. “I just wanted to go there to give our team a chance to win. I’m just happy I was able to do that.”

Brunson, who spent a considerable portion of the fourth quarter on the sidelines, delivered a crucial layup with 7:10 remaining, propelling the Knicks to an 89-88 lead. Subsequently, he executed a critical floater with 1:17 left on the clock, breaking a 98-98 tie. He then sealed the victory by converting two vital free throws with eight seconds remaining, securing the Knicks’ 106-100 win.

For the Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton scored 20 points, while Myles Turner added 19 points to the scoreboard.

The Knicks are scheduled to play the Pacers in Game four on Tuesday in Indianapolis.