The New York Knicks find themselves in a tough spot as they trail the Indiana Pacers 3-1 in their playoff series after a Game 4 loss. Despite their penchant for dramatic comebacks, the Knicks couldn't muster enough defensive stops to overcome the Pacers' relentless attack led by Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam. The Pacers capitalized on New York's turnovers and defensive miscues, proving to be a formidable challenge for the Knicks throughout the series.
The Knicks received solid offensive production from Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, but it wasn't enough to counter the scoring prowess of Haliburton and Siakam. With their backs against the wall, the Knicks acknowledge the need to step up defensively and make it more difficult for the Pacers to score. As they head into a must-win Game 5, the Knicks will have to regroup and find ways to contain the Pacers' potent offense if they hope to extend their playoff run and avoid an early exit.