New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Game 3 Preview

The New York Knicks are poised to potentially take a commanding 3-0 series lead against the Indiana Pacers in Game 3 of their second-round NBA playoff series.

Despite the Knicks’ two home game victories, they face a significant challenge as the series moves to the Pacers’ home court at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday night, where Indiana has remained undefeated this postseason.

Game Details:

• Teams: New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers
• Date: Friday, May 10
• Time: 7:10 pm ET
• Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
• How to Watch: Check local listings
• Odds: Live NBA Odds

Current Betting Odds:

• Point Spread: Pacers -7.5
• Moneyline: Pacers -325, Knicks +270
• Total Points Over/Under: 222.5

Series So Far:

The Pacers, listed as seven-point favorites, look to decrease their series deficit to 2-1. Conversely, the Knicks, despite their underdog status at +270, aim to tighten their grip on the series. The total points line has seen an increase, reflecting the high-scoring nature of the series thus far, with games averaging 244.5 points.

Injury Reports:

• Knicks: Jalen Brunson, who has been a postseason powerhouse averaging 35.6 points per game, is listed as questionable after a foot injury in Game 2 but has declared himself “all good.” The Knicks will miss OG Anunoby due to a hamstring injury and are also without Mitchell Robinson, Bojan Bogdanovic, and Julius Randle due to various ailments.
• Pacers: Tyrese Haliburton, pivotal in the Pacers’ offense with averages of 17.0 points and 9.1 assists per game this postseason, is questionable with a back issue but played effectively in the previous games.

Player Props to Watch:

• Jalen Brunson: Despite his injury scare, his point total prop remains set at 35.5.
• Tyrese Haliburton: After a stellar 34-point performance in Game 2, his points total prop has been adjusted to 19.5.
• Josh Hart: Continues to dominate the boards, leading the NBA playoffs with 12.8 RPG. His rebound total is set at 12.5 for Game 3.

Game 3 Prediction:

Despite the challenges posed by injuries and the Pacers’ home court advantage, the Knicks’ formidable defense and strategic adjustments anticipated from coach Tom Thibodeau could make them valuable as seven-point underdogs, especially if Brunson is fully operational.

This game could defy expectations and remain closely contested, potentially making the Knicks at +7.5 a compelling pick.

Tonight’s game will be a crucial test of resilience for the Knicks and a pivotal moment for the Pacers to leverage their home court advantage and turn the series momentum.