New York Knicks close gap on Indiana in Eastern Conference finals

Towns leads remarkable rally

Dominican star Karl-Anthony Towns was instrumental in the win, helping the Knicks overturn a 20-point deficit. He delivered a standout performance with 24 points—20 of them in the fourth quarter—and secured 15 rebounds, marking New York’s largest playoff comeback.

Brunson’s contribution despite foul trouble

Rookie Jaylen Brunson contributed 23 points but struggled with foul trouble, picking up five and spending time on the bench. Still, the Knicks maintained their resilience and closed out the game with determination.

Series shifts to Game 4

Game 4 is scheduled for Tuesday in Indianapolis, with Game 5 returning to New York on Thursday, as the series continues in the race to four wins.