Knicks Rally From 20-Point Deficit to Win Game 3 vs Pacers

The New York Knicks rallied from a 20-point deficit to defeat the Indiana Pacers 106-100 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, narrowing the series gap to 2-1. Karl-Anthony Towns was instrumental, scoring 20 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson struggled with foul trouble and shooting inefficiency. Head coach Tom Thibodeau's key adjustments, including inserting Mitchell Robinson into the starting lineup and deploying bench players like Delon Wright, Landry Shamet, and Miles McBride in critical moments, significantly bolstered the Knicks' defense and contributed to the comeback. Josh Hart selflessly accepted a bench role despite being a season-long starter, embracing the lineup changes that helped the team go bigger and more effectively in the second half. The Knicks' bench, especially Shamet with a +12 plus-minus, played a crucial role in trimming the deficit and applying defensive pressure that shifted momentum. With the series moving to Game 4 in Indiana, the Knicks have gained renewed confidence and momentum to force a tied series before returning home.