The Knicks saw it all fall apart in the opening two minutes of the second half. Leading by four at the break, Indiana started with a three-point field goal by series MVP Pascal Siakam, who finished with 31 points and averaged 24.8 in the series. After Towns missed a pair of free throws, Aaron Nesmith sank a three-pointer.

The Pacers are 7-of-11 from three-point range while the Knicks are just 3-of-8. NY is staying in the game because of their hustle, out-rebounding Indiana, 17-10. All 10 starters have scored. There were three ties and five lead changes, with both teams grabbing a five-point lead.