🏀NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 3
New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers
🕒 Time: 5:00 PM PT, Sunday, May 25
📍 Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis, IN)
Spread: Knicks +2.0 (-110) | Pacers -2.0 (-110)
Moneyline: Knicks +115 | Pacers -135
Total: 223.5 (O -110, U -110)
Series: Pacers lead 2–0
Matchup Breakdown:
The Indiana Pacers have taken a commanding 2–0 series lead, winning both games on the road. In Game 2, Pascal Siakam delivered a playoff career-high 39 points, leading the Pacers to a 114–109 victory. Tyrese Haliburton contributed with 14 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds. The Pacers' balanced offense and defensive resilience have been key factors in their success.
The New York Knicks, facing a must-win situation, will need significant contributions from their supporting cast to support Jalen Brunson, who has been averaging 39.5 points in the series. Mitchell Robinson's increased minutes in Game 2 suggest a potential shift in the Knicks' rotation strategy.
Here’s what I’m thinking: The Knicks are going to come out and bring a level of physicality in this game that the Pacers have not seen before. I feel like it’s the only way forward right now or they’re going to get swept. This is the spot to probably grab the Knicks after I grabbed Pacers last game. To take this game, the Knicks need to step up on defense. Let’s dive in more though.
Key Trends:
Pacers are 6–0 at home this postseason.
Knicks are 3–5 on the road in the playoffs.
The total has gone under in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these teams in Indiana.
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