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The New York Knicks are back in Indianapolis tonight for a critical Game 4 against the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Tip-off is set for 8:00 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With the Pacers leading the series 2–1, the Knicks are aiming to tie things up before heading back to Madison Square Garden.
Game 3 was a wild ride. After trailing by 20 points, the Knicks stormed back with a furious fourth-quarter push, led by Karl-Anthony Towns, who scored 20 of his 24 points in the final frame.
On the other side, the Pacers will be looking to bounce back from their meltdown. Despite controlling the stat sheet in several categories—including rebounds, assists, and steals—they couldn’t find their rhythm from beyond the arc, shooting just 20% from deep. Tyrese Haliburton continues to be the engine of their offense, but the team will need more consistent shooting if they want to regain control of the series.
Injuries could play a role tonight, too. The Knicks are at full strength, while Indiana might be without forward Aaron Nesmith, who is questionable with an ankle injury. His availability will be a game-time decision, and his absence could stretch the Pacers’ rotation even thinner.
Vegas sees this as another tight one. The Pacers are slight favorites at -2.5, with the over/under sitting at 220.5. Given how intense and physical the first three games have been, betting experts are leaning toward the under once again.
This game could define the series. If the Knicks can pull off another win on the road, they’ll head home with momentum and a chance to take the lead. But if the Pacers protect their home court, they’ll move one step away from the NBA Finals. Expect a gritty, emotional battle as both teams fight to keep their championship dreams alive.
