Knicks Look to Even Series Against Pacers in Game 4 Showdown

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The New York Knicks will aim to even their playoff series against the Indiana Pacers during Game 4 on Tuesday night. After taking Game 3 with a dramatic comeback, the Knicks tied the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-1. A victory in Indiana would level the series at 2-2, while a win by the Pacers would give them a commanding 3-1 lead.

In Game 3, New York overcame a 20-point deficit, outscoring the Pacers 36-20 in the fourth quarter. Star player Karl-Anthony Towns led the way with a pivotal fourth quarter, contributing 20 of his total 24 points during the final stretch of the game. The Knicks will look to avoid another early deficit in Game 4.

“We can’t put ourselves in the same situation again,” said a member of the Knicks’ coaching staff. “We have to come out strong and maintain that energy for all four quarters.”

The Pacers, meanwhile, will strive to bounce back after their loss in Game 3. They shot poorly from beyond the arc, managing only 5 of 25 three-point attempts. Despite being the ninth-best three-point shooting team during the regular season, Indiana has been the most prolific in the playoffs, averaging 39.6 percent.

“We need to regain our shooting rhythm,” said Pacers guard T.J. McConnell. “When we start hitting those shots, we are a tough team to beat.”

In terms of betting, Indiana is currently favored by 3 points. Player performances to watch include Knicks guard Jalen Brunson, who has been key throughout the series. If New York hopes to win, Brunson may need to score heavily, as he has done in previous playoff games.

As the excitement builds for Game 4, both teams are aware that the stakes are high. A win for the Knicks could shift the momentum, but a Pacers victory would put them firmly in control as the series progresses.