The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks are set to clash in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on May 25, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Pacers hold a 2-0 series lead, having secured victories in Game 1 (138-135 OT) and Game 2 (114-109). The Knicks will be looking to bounce back and avoid a daunting 3-0 deficit.
Game Details
- Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
- TV Broadcast: TNT
- Streaming: SiriusXM (Channels 86 & 81 for Knicks feed)
- Betting Odds: Pacers favored by 2.5 points, Over/Under set at 223.5 total points
Team Form & Key Matchups
Indiana Pacers
- Recent Performance: The Pacers have been dominant, winning 8 of their last 10 games, averaging 118.9 PPG while shooting 50.3% from the field.
- Key Players:
- Pascal Siakam (Postseason Stats): 19.5 PPG, 5.4 RPG
- Tyrese Haliburton: 18.6 PPG, 9.2 APG
- Myles Turner: 15.6 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 1.5 BPG
- Strengths: High-paced offense, strong ball movement, and efficient shooting.
- Concerns: Defensive consistency, particularly against Knicks’ physical play.
New York Knicks
- Recent Performance: The Knicks have struggled, going 5-5 in their last 10 games, averaging 109.7 PPG.
- Key Players:
- Jalen Brunson: 29.2 PPG, 3.4 RPG
- Karl-Anthony Towns: 24.4 PPG, 12.8 RPG
- Mikal Bridges: Solid two-way presence
- Strengths: Physical defense, rebounding, and clutch scoring.
- Concerns: Fatigue, reliance on starters, and struggles in transition defense.
Tactical Breakdown
- Pacers’ Strategy: Expect Indiana to push the pace, utilizing Haliburton’s playmaking and Siakam’s versatility. Their three-point shooting (13.2 per game) could be a decisive factor.
- Knicks’ Strategy: New York will aim to slow the game down, leveraging Brunson’s scoring and Towns’ dominance in the paint. Defensive adjustments will be crucial.
Game Odds
New York Knicks 224
Indiana Pacers – 2
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 24, 2025
