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NBA Playoffs Knicks vs. Pacers Game 4: Tyrese Haliburton’s Triple-Double Buries New York in Game 4, Pacers Stun With Series Edge

The Knicks falter again despite a strong showing from Jalen Brunson

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The Indiana Pacers outdid the New York Knicks in the fourth game of the Eastern Conference Finals. After a shocking game three loss, the Pacers held onto their home court advantage and delivered another blow to the New York Knicks.

The Knicks vs. Pacers game started on a strong offensive note, where both teams were playing incredible attacking ball. The offensive game was end to end and gave an early glimpse to what was to come. Interestingly, Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks both opted out from the typical playoffs’ defensive mindset.

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The home side came on top, leading the first quarter by 43-35. Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson were putting up a show for their respective sides. The New York Knicks cut the first quarter deficit by little with a 29-26 lead in the second quarter.

At the half-time, Indiana Pacers were still leading the game 4 by 69-64 with Haliburton scoring 20 points. Jalen Brunson was just behind him with 16 points. However, what happened in the second half not only shaped the game but also in all likelihood the Knicks vs. Pacers series as well.

Third Quarter Blitz Sinks Knicks’ Hopes

The Indiana Pacers had another dominant quarter with 33 points, while the Knicks managed to hit 27. The deficit for the visitors got too big for them to make a comeback in the fourth quarter. Their task became tougher in comparison to the last game.

The Knicks failed to respond to Indiana’s relentless offense and fell further behind with each possession. The home team continued their run with another 28 point quarter. Though, the New York Knicks led the final quarter with 30 points, but the outcome of the game was totally different.

The Indiana Pacers went on to win the game 4 by 130-121 and took a 3-1 lead going into Madison Square Garden. Tyrese Haliburton was the spotlight of the Knicks vs. Pacers game, putting up a triple double. He scored 32 points, with 15 assists and grabbed 12 rebounds.