Nesmith scored 20 points with six three-pointers in the final quarter, and the Pacers reversed the Knicks

2025-05-22 06:30

Nesmith scored 20 points with six three-pointers in the final quarter, and the Pacers reversed the Knicks

On May 22 , the NBA Eastern Conference Finals were in full swing. The Indiana Pacers experienced a thrilling battle on the road and reversed the New York Knicks 138-135 in overtime, and the series was tied at 1-1. Among them, Nesmith's amazing performance in the final quarter became the focus of the game. He made 6 three-pointers in a single quarter and scored 20 points, which extended the Pacers' life and finally helped the team complete a big comeback.

 

Throughout the game, Pacers player Nesmith performed almost perfectly. He played for 38 minutes, made 9 of 13 shots, 8 of 9 three-pointers, 4 of 4 free throws, scored a game-high 30 points, plus 2 rebounds, 1 steal and 2 blocks, and his plus-minus value reached +10. At the critical moment of the fourth quarter, he fired from the outside and hit high-difficulty three-pointers in succession, pulling the already shaky Pacers back from the edge of collapse.

After the game, Pacers coach Rick Carlisle praised his players' performance in an interview: "NBA players are incredible. Nesmith showed the will and cold-blooded touch of a superstar tonight. His performance in that quarter is what any coach dreams of."

The Knicks had a double-digit lead in the third quarter, with Randle and Brunson teaming up to put pressure on the Pacers on the offensive end. However, the situation changed suddenly in the fourth quarter, with Nesmith hitting consecutive long shots, completely igniting the Pacers' counterattack firepower, and the two sides eventually fought to overtime. In overtime, Haliburton and Turner scored successively, and the Pacers won the victory with a slight advantage.

For the Knicks, Brunson scored 34 points and 9 assists, and Randle contributed 28 points, but the team's defense suddenly collapsed in the final quarter and ultimately lost the game.

The Pacers' victory not only tied the series score, but also greatly boosted the morale of the entire team. Next, the series will move to Indiana's home court. Whether the Pacers can continue their strong form and grab the match point will become one of the biggest highlights of the Eastern Conference Finals.

The next game will be held in two days, when the Pacers are expected to take the initiative further with the advantage of home court. For the Knicks, how to limit the outside firepower of Nesmith and Haliburton will be the key to their strategy adjustment.


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