Knicks Rally From 20 Down to Win Game 3 Against Pacers

The New York Knicks staged a remarkable comeback to win Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers, overcoming a 20-point deficit to prevail 106-100. Karl-Anthony Towns was instrumental in the fourth quarter, scoring 20 of his 24 points and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson contributed 23 points and hit the decisive basket late in the game. Despite Towns and Brunson dealing with foul trouble throughout most of the match, the Knicks' defense tightened significantly in the second half, outscoring the Pacers 36-20 in the final 12 minutes. The Pacers, led by Tyrese Haliburton's 20 points, struggled with shooting, especially from three-point range, and failed to maintain an early substantial lead. Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau highlighted the small margins between winning and losing, emphasizing the importance of fighting for every possession and making crucial plays in clutch moments. With this win, the Knicks cut the series deficit to 2-1, setting up a pivotal Game 4 in Indianapolis.