Knicks Strengthen Playoff Position After Dramatic Comeback Against Pacers
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Knicks Strengthen Playoff Position After Dramatic Comeback Against Pacers

The New York Knicks secured a significant 106-100 win against the Indiana Pacers, allowing them to stay in the playoff contention.

The New York Knicks showcased remarkable resilience with a 106-100 comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 3, keeping their playoff hopes alive.

This victory significantly altered the odds heading into Game 5. Before Game 3, the Pacers were favored at -550, with the Knicks trailing at +400. After this win, New York’s odds improved to +170, while Indiana’s shifted to -210.

Notably, the Knicks made history by becoming the first team since the 1997-98 season to achieve three separate 20-point comebacks in a single playoff run.

“All three of their 20-point comeback victories were on the road,” noted Craig Carton on Breakfast Ball.

Looking ahead, here are the Game 4 odds against the Pacers at BetMGM:

Knicks vs. Pacers

Game 4 odds
Spread: IND -2.5, NYK +2.5
Moneyline: IND -140, NYK +115
O/U: 220.5

First-half props

Spread: IND -0.5, NYK +0.5
Moneyline: IND -130, NYK +105
O/U: 113.5

Prop Bets Overview

Both teams to score 50+ points in first half
Yes: -235
No: +160

Both teams to score 55+ points in second half
Yes: +150
No: -220

Game to go into overtime
Yes: +1100
No: -3000

Will the Knicks secure a victory in Game 4? Emmanuel Acho expressed skepticism, claiming the win in Game 3 was a fluke. “If Jalen Brunson doesn’t get in foul trouble, I don’t think they win that game… I think the Knicks stumbled into that victory.”

Colin Cowherd added, “Whoever controls the tempo is who is going to win the games and/or the series.”

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