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New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Game 4: Eastern Conference Playoffs – Second round
The Indiana Pacers have a chance to tie the series tonight when they host the New York Knicks at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday.
The Knicks are struggling with injuries
The New York Knicks have been phenomenal all playoffs but failed just short in Game 3 against the Pacers. They had a 10-point lead early in the final quarter but could not close out the game. Missing OG Anunoby was felt, especially on the defensive end of the floor. Donte DiVincezo led the team with 35 points, and Jalen Brunson scored 26.
Can the Pacers tie the series?
The Indiana Pacers were close in both of the games in New York but failed to get 2-0 down before the series moved to Indianapolis. They struggled early on in Game 3 as well, but picked up their game just in time to win it 111-106. Andrew Nembhard’s late three-pointer made the difference in clutch time. Tyrese Haliburton led the way with 35 points, and Pascal Siakam scored 26.
Betting Trends
The Knicks have won seven of the last 11 games against the Pacers, but the Pacers have won 16 of the last 21 games against New York in Indiana. The Pacers have won five of the last six games played in Indiana. They have covered the spread in 4 of the last 7 games against the Knicks, in 7 of the last 10 games played in May, and in 4 of the last 7 games against teams from the Atlantic Division. The Knicks have won 11 of their last 14 games overall and 5 of the last 6 games against teams from the Central Division. They have covered the spread in five of their last six games played in May.
Prediction and Conclusion
The New York Knicks are having a fantastic season, but missing four players in the rotation is starting to take its toll. OG Anunoby’s absence was a huge problem for them, and as the game was coming to an end, the Knicks simply could not keep up the pace. Indiana was aware that losing Game 3 would mean elimination, and with the great finish, they not only won the game but now have momentum. They will keep building on that and tie the series tonight.
