The Knicks made a significant comeback against the Pacers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, aided by Karl-Anthony Towns’ offensive surge. However, it was their defensive efforts that truly influenced the outcome, limiting the Pacers to just 42 points in the second half. This victory emphasized the team’s need to focus on defense rather than just offensive highlights, particularly under coach Tom Thibodeau, whose defense-driven strategies can adapt effectively through a playoff series. The Knicks are now 2-1 in the series, highlighting the importance of maintaining strong defensive performance moving forward.
"I think it's getting better and better each game. The Pacers, they play very fast, so sometimes it gets hard when a lot of things are going on, but the communication has picked up."
"For a Tom Thibodeau-coached team, in the end it will always come down to defense."
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