Game-Changing Performance at Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Facing elimination down 0-2, the Indiana Pacers staged a thrilling 111-106 comeback against the New York Knicks in Sunday's Game 3. Tyrese Haliburton's playoff career-high 35 points and Andrew Nembhard's ice-cold dagger three-pointer with 16 seconds left electrified the home crowd and shifted series momentum.

Turning Points in the Battle

Indiana built an early 12-point lead before Donte DiVincenzo's franchise-record-tying 7 three-pointers sparked a Knicks rally. The game swung dramatically in the fourth quarter when:

• Haliburton scored 12 clutch points in final period
• Nembhard redeemed his 1-of-7 shooting night with the game-winner
• Knicks' small-ball strategy backfired against Turner's rim protection

Standout Performances

Tyrese Haliburton: Playoff Breakout

The All-Star guard dominated with 35 points and 7 assists, exploiting mismatches against Isaiah Hartenstein. His 80% shooting inside the arc (8/10) and 24 screen assists created proved crucial in crunch time.

DiVincenzo's Shooting Clinic

New York's guard kept his team competitive with a playoff career-high 35 points, but defensive lapses in the final minutes negated his 7/11 three-point shooting performance.

Strategic Shifts

Key factors iNFLuencing the outcome:

• Knicks missed OG Anunoby's defense (hamstring injury)
• Myles Turner's double-double (21 pts, 10 reb) controlled the paint
• Jalen Brunson's limited mobility from foot injury (10/26 FG)

What's Next for Both Teams

As the series shifts to Game 4 on May 27:

• Pacers aim to extend 9-game home win streak
• Knicks must adjust defensive rotations
• Historical data shows 30% comeback rate from 0-2 deficits since 2003

Betting Perspective

Indiana covered the -2 spread while the total score (217) stayed under 223. The series now presents intriguing live betting opportunities as both teams adjust strategies.