Is Karl-Anthony Towns playing tonight against the Indiana Pacers in Eastern Conference Finals Game 3? Latest update on the New York Knicks star's injury report (May 25, 2025)
Is Karl-Anthony Towns playing tonight? (Image via Imagn)
The
New York Knicks
received a major boost ahead of their crucial Game 3 matchup against the
Indiana Pacers
in the Eastern Conference Finals. Star center Karl-Anthony Towns has been cleared to play and does not appear on the injury report, despite suffering a hand injury earlier in the playoffs.
Towns initially hurt his left hand during the second-round series against the Boston Celtics. The injury occurred during a physical play under the basket, with Towns telling teammates afterward, "I think I broke it." However, medical evaluations revealed no fracture, allowing him to continue playing through discomfort.
How the injury has affected Karl-Anthony Towns' performance
While the hand issue remains a concern, Karl-Anthony Towns has maintained his role as a key contributor for the
New York Knicks
.
His shooting efficiency has seen minor fluctuations, but his overall impact remains significant.
Key stats in the current series:
- Game 1: 35 points, 12 rebounds in 39 minutes
- Game 2: 20 points, 7 rebounds
Playoff averages:
- 24.4 points per game
- 12.8 rebounds per game
- 3.1 assists per game
Is Karl-Anthony Towns playing tonight? (Image via Imagn)
Coach Tom Thibodeau has emphasized mental toughness, and Towns has responded by logging heavy minutes despite the lingering issue.
What Karl-Anthony Towns' availability means for the New York Knicks
With the Knicks trailing 0-2 in the series, Towns' presence is critical. No NBA team has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit, making Game 3 a must-win for New York.
Why Towns matters:
- Provides interior scoring against Pacers' defense
- Anchors the Knicks' rebounding efforts
- Helps compensate for the team's limited bench depth
The Pacers, meanwhile, will be without Isaiah Jackson but otherwise have a healthy roster.
Outlook for the rest of the series
Karl-Anthony Towns
' ability to play through pain gives the New York Knicks a fighting chance, but they will need more than just his contributions to turn the series around. His health remains a factor to watch, especially if the series extends beyond Game 3.
The New York Knicks will look to leverage Towns' inside-out game to create mismatches, while the Pacers will likely continue testing his durability with physical play.
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Will Jalen Brunson play tonight against the Indiana Pacers in Eastern Conference Finals Game 3? Latest update on the New York Knicks star's injury report (May 25, 2025)
As the series shifts to Indiana, all eyes will be on whether Towns can help New York regain momentum or if the Pacers will push them to the brink of elimination.
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