Tue May 27 02:40:00 UTC 2025: **Knicks Rally in Game 3, Towns Explodes in Fourth Quarter**
**INDIANAPOLIS** – The New York Knicks clawed their way back into the Eastern Conference Finals Sunday, defeating the Indiana Pacers 106-100 in Game 3 after trailing by as many as 20 points. Karl-Anthony Towns led the charge, erupting for 20 points in the fourth quarter alone, matching Indiana’s entire team output in that period.
The Pacers, known for their potent offense, struggled to find their rhythm, shooting poorly from beyond the arc and failing to reach the 114-point threshold that has guaranteed them victory in previous playoff games.
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau, facing immense pressure after losing the first two games at home, made key adjustments, digging deeper into his bench and utilizing players like Delon Wright and Landry Shamet, who provided crucial defensive stops. These changes proved effective, as the Knicks outscored the Pacers significantly when star point guard Jalen Brunson was off the court due to foul trouble.
“I know you guys roll your eyes when we say no lead is safe,” Thibodeau said after the game. “But no lead is safe. If you let up just a little bit, that’s what happens.”
The series now stands at 2-1 in favor of the Pacers, with Game 4 scheduled for Tuesday in Indianapolis. The Knicks, fueled by their dramatic comeback and Towns’ stellar performance, will look to even the series before heading back to Madison Square Garden.
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