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Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Will Karl-Anthony Towns play tonight against the Indiana Pacers in East Conference Finals Game 5? Latest update on the New York Knicks star's injury report (May 29, 2025)
Gilbert Arenas makes an interesting comparison while reviewing Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 (Image Credit: Getty Images) Karl-Anthony Towns faces uncertainty for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals after suffering a left knee contusion in Game 4 against the Indiana Pacers. The injury occurred during a collision with Pacers guard Aaron Nesmith, forcing Towns to briefly leave the game before returning to finish the contest. The Knicks have officially listed their star forward as questionable for Thursday's elimination game at Madison Square Garden. Head coach Tom Thibodeau called Towns' return to Game 4 a "good sign" but confirmed the team will evaluate his condition during shootaround and pregame warmups before making a final decision. Karl-Anthony Towns' Evaluation timeline and injury concerns The left knee injury carries extra significance as it's the same knee Karl-Anthony Towns had surgery on earlier this season to repair a torn meniscus. Medical staff will monitor several factors before clearing him to play: - Pain tolerance during lateral movements - Swelling management after treatment - Explosiveness in jumping and cutting drills - Stability during contact simulations The evaluation process will follow this schedule: Time Evaluation Stage Decision Point Morning Shootaround participation Initial mobility assessment Afternoon Treatment progress Swelling check Pregame Warmup intensity Final clearance Karl-Anthony Towns' Expected availability and team impact Despite the questionable designation, multiple reports indicate Towns will likely suit up for this must-win game. The Knicks' probable starting lineup includes Towns, showing organizational confidence in his availability. His potential absence would create significant challenges: - Julius Randle would shoulder more offensive responsibility - Bench players like Obi Toppin would see expanded minutes - The team would lose their second-leading scorer (25.8 ppg in series) - Rebounding would suffer without his 11.5 per game average Towns' recent performance in the series The three-time All-Star has been instrumental in keeping the Knicks competitive against the Pacers: - Scored 24 points with 12 rebounds in Game 4 after injury - Exploded for 20 fourth-quarter points in Game 3 comeback - Shooting 48% from field and 42% from three-point range - Playing 39.2 minutes per game in conference finals What to watch for in Knicks vs Pacers Game 5 (May 29, 2025) Fans and analysts should monitor these key indicators during pregame and early game action: - Early substitution patterns for Towns - Defensive mobility against Pacers guards - Willingness to absorb contact in paint - Jump shot consistency from perimeter The Knicks enter Game 5 trailing 3-1 in the series, making Towns' potential participation critical to their hopes of forcing a Game 6 back in Indiana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trova Auto Usate Di Qualità A Prezzi Competitivi. Scopri Subito Le Offerte. PopularSearches | Annunci di Ricerca Scopri di più Undo His ability to play through pain could determine whether New York's season continues or ends on their home court. Also read: Tyrese Haliburton's injury status for New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers, East Finals Game 5 (May 29, 2025) Final determination on Towns' status will come approximately 30 minutes before tipoff when teams submit official active player lists. All signs point toward him gutting it out, but the medical staff will have final say based on how his knee responds to pregame testing.


Time of India
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Game 4 Eastern Conference Finals Betting, Best Picks, Predictions, Prop Bets, and More (May 27, 2025)
Knicks vs Pacers (Image via USA Today Sports) The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers face off in Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference finals on Tuesday night. After Indiana took a 2-0 series lead, the Knicks fought back with a dramatic 106-100 comeback win in Game 3. With the series heating up, all eyes are on Gainbridge Fieldhouse for what promises to be a pivotal matchup. New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Eastern Conference Finals Game 4 details and betting odds (May 27, 2025) - Tipoff: 8 p.m. ET - Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis - Spread: Pacers -2 - Over/Under: 220.5 points - Moneyline: Pacers (-134), Knicks (+113) Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is questionable for Indiana, adding uncertainty to the Pacers' rotation. Why the New York Knicks can cover the spread in Game 4 (May 27, 2025) #3 KNICKS at #4 PACERS | FULL GAME 3 HIGHLIGHTS | May 25, 2025 The Knicks showed resilience in Game 3, erasing a 20-point deficit to secure a crucial win. Key factors working in their favor: - Strong ATS performance: 32-25-1 with one day of rest, 32-23-1 with equal rest. - Karl-Anthony Towns' dominance: Scored 24 points and grabbed 15 rebounds in Game 3, including 20 points in the fourth quarter. - Jalen Brunson's consistency: Added 23 points in Game 3, providing steady offensive production. New York's ability to lock down defensively—limiting Indiana to just 100 points, their lowest since February—could be a deciding factor. Why the Indiana Pacers can cover the spread in Game 4 (May 27, 2025) Indiana has been reliable after losses and in playoff situations: - 19-13-2 ATS after a loss this season. - 9-4 ATS in the 2025 playoffs. - Tyrese Haliburton's playmaking: Averaging 18.5 points and 9.4 assists in the playoffs. He had 20 points and 7 assists in Game 3. - Myles Turner's two-way impact: Posted 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 blocks in the last game, providing interior scoring and rim protection. The Pacers' high-powered offense could bounce back, especially if Nesmith is available. SportsLine model's prediction for Knicks vs Pacers Eastern Conference Finals Game 4 (May 27, 2025) SportsLine's proven projection model, which has generated over $10,000 in profit for $100 NBA bettors since its inception, has run 10,000 simulations for this game. Key insights: - Leans Under the total (220 points projected). - One side of the spread hits nearly 60% of the time. For the model's exact pick—including which side of the spread to back—visit [SportsLine]( Betting trends and promotions for Knicks vs Pacers Eastern Conference Finals Game 4 (May 27, 2025) Before placing your bets, take advantage of these Sportsbook promos: Sportsbook Promo Offer DraftKings Bet $5, Get $300 in Bonus Bets FanDuel No Sweat First Bet up to $1,000 BetMGM First Bet Offer up to $1,500 Game 4 could swing the series in either direction. The Knicks have momentum, but the Pacers have been strong at home and after losses. With SportsLine's model identifying a clear betting edge, smart money will be on one specific play. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.


USA Today
27-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Pacers vs. Knicks Eastern Conference Finals Game 4: How to watch online, live stream info, game time, TV channel
Pacers vs. Knicks Eastern Conference Finals Game 4: How to watch online, live stream info, game time, TV channel Josh Hart leads the New York Knicks (51-31) into a road game against the Indiana Pacers (50-32) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday, beginning at 8 p.m. ET. The teams square off once again after the Knicks defeated the Pacers 106-100 on Sunday. Karl-Anthony Towns' team-leading 24 points led the Knicks to the win. Tyrese Haliburton had 20 points for the Pacers. NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 9:59 a.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Watch the NBA on Fubo! Pacers vs. Knicks game info Game day: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Game time: 8 p.m. ET 8 p.m. ET Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Indianapolis, Indiana Arena: Gainbridge Fieldhouse Gainbridge Fieldhouse TV channel: TNT, truTV, MAX TNT, truTV, MAX Live stream: Sling (Watch Now!) Sling (Watch Now!) NBA League Pass: The most live games plus NBA TV. Sign up today Watch the NBA on NBA League Pass! Pacers vs. Knicks betting info


Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Like Puss and Boots" - Gilbert Arenas makes an interesting comparison while reviewing Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3
Gilbert Arenas makes an interesting comparison while reviewing Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 (Image Credit: Getty Images) Gilbert Arenas gave an honest review of Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3. He compared his performance in the first three quarters of the game to the movie Puss and Boots to describe his slow start. However, he went on to appreciate Town's performance in the fourth quarter, where he scored 20 points. Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 reminded Gilbert Arenas of a movie Gilbert Arenas spoke about Karl-Anthony Towns' performance in Game 3 on his show Gil's Arena. He candidly compared his slow performance at the start of the game to a movie. Talking about Town's start in Game 3, he said: 'Um, first three quarters, I mean, or since game two, he was playing like literally puss and boots. Puss and Boots. Have you ever seen the movie Puss and Boots? And he had one life left and he was scared to do anything. that's how he's been playing uh since game two.' KAT's INSANE Game Turns Gil BACK Into A Knicks Fan Game 3 coincided with Dominican Mother's Day. Keeping the occasion in mind, Gilbert was asked, 'How impressive was Cat's 20-point fourth quarter on Dominican Mother's Day?' In response to this question, Gilbert made the Puss and Boots comparison and gave an interesting twist to the whole conversation. NBA veteran Gilbert Arenas appreciated Karl-Anthony Towns' comeback in fourth quarter of Game 3 Gilbert Arenas quickly segued the conversation to the section of the game where Karl-Anthony Towns took control of the game. Speaking of his performance in the fourth quarter, he said: 'But, you know, I'm going to give him his credit that he showed up in the fourth quarter. He did what he's supposed to do against the players that's guarding him, right? As slowoot as you are, they can't keep up with you. And I I don't understand why you sit here and take these these far ass three-pointers randomly for no reason because you're open when you can drive the whole time.' Karl-Anthony Towns GOES OFF for 20 POINTS in 4th QTR to win Game 3 vs Pacers Elaborating further, he said: 'So, the fact that in the fourth quarter you started driving, taking these guys off the dribble, realizing that's your advantage, kind of makes me feel [Music] like this series would have been over if you wouldn't have did that [ __ ] in game one, right? Chucking those threes at the 8-minute mark. Could have just been driving, taking these guys to the hole.' Uh, game two is whatever, game two. But game three, it's like you you had four four points in the first three quarter. Just shows, man, like when you're not engaged, dude, you're not engaged. Like when you're really just out there floating, you're you're no use to the team, you know? So like you can see that this is these guys can't stay in front of you. You game four, this is how you finish the the the uh the fourth quarter. That's how you're supposed to be starting this the next game and every quarter after that.' Also Read: 'Grit and Continuity' - Karl-Anthony Towns reveals team dynamics as he leads the New York Knicks to victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Karl-Anthony Towns' performance led the team to a crucial win in Game 3, improving team New York Knicks' chances in the series. He earned a big fan in Gilbert who chose the Knicks' side after the team made the comeback with a 100-106 win in Game 3 against the Indiana Pacers. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.

NBC Sports
26-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Knicks vs. Pacers Game 4 Predictions: Odds, expert picks, recent stats, trends and best bets for May 27
On Tuesday, May 27, and the New York Knicks (51-31) and Indiana Pacers (50-32) are all set to square off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals. New York took Game 3, 106-100, behind Karl-Anthony Towns' massive 20-point fourth quarter to cut the Pacers' deficit to 2-1. The road teams are 3-0 in this series so far and New York needed a 36-20 fourth quarter to keep that streak alive. Towns led all scorers and led the game with 15 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton poured in 20 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds for Indiana. Jalen Brunson followed up his 89 points in Games 1 and 2 with 23 points in Game 3, plus Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby combined for 31 points on 12-of-27 from the floor (44.4%). The Knicks are currently 24-17 on the road with a point differential of 4, while the Pacers have a 8-2 record in their last ten games at home. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Listen to the Rotoworld Basketball Show for the latest fantasy player news, waiver claims, roster advice and more from our experts all season long. Click here or download it wherever you get your podcasts. Game details & how to watch Knicks vs. Pacers live Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Time: 8:00PM EST Site: Gainbridge Fieldhouse City: Indianapolis, IN Network/Streaming: TNT / Max Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest team stats and player news. Check out our day-by-day NBA schedule page, along with detailed matchup pages that update live in-game. Game odds for Knicks vs. Pacers The latest odds as of Tuesday: Odds: Knicks (+120), Pacers (-143) Spread: Pacers -2.5 Over/Under: 221 points That gives the Knicks an implied team point total of 109.93, and the Pacers 111.24. Want to know which sportsbook is offering the best lines for every game on the NBA calendar? Check out the NBC Sports' Live Odds tool to get all the latest updated info from DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM & more! Expert picks & predictions for Tuesday's Knicks vs. Pacers game 'New York needed a 36-20 fourth quarter to pull out the victory in Indiana, and I believe that momentum can spill over into Game 4. Going back to MSG tied at 2-2 is very possible and what I will be rooting for. If the Knicks' starters can avoid foul trouble, this should be a one to two possession game, so I'll take the +2.5. Jalen Brunson is 2-1 to the Over on his points prop in this series after going Under last game with 23 points as KAT went off for 20 fourth-quarter points. Game 4 is pivotal and I doubt he stays Under 25 points for back-to-back games in this series or Under 30 for that matter. The volume will be there, so I will continue to grab Brunson 30-plus points each game in this series.' Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NBA calendar based on data points like recent performance, head-to-head player matchups, trends information and projected game totals. Once the model is finished running, we put its projections next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today's Knicks & Pacers game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the New York Knicks at +2.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the under on the Game Total of 221. Want even more NBA best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert NBA Predictions pagefrom NBC Sports for money line, spread and over/under picks for every game on today's calendar! Important stats, trends & insights to know ahead of Knicks vs. Pacers on Tuesday The Knicks have won 4 of their last 5 at Eastern Conference teams The Pacers' last 3 home games versus the Knicks have gone over the Total The Pacers have covered the spread in 7 of their last 9 postseason games The Knicks have won 4 of their last 5 road trips to teams with winning records If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NBA Top Trends tool on NBC Sports! Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: - Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) - Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) - Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) - Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)