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NEW YORK @ INDIANA
EASTERN CONFERENCE 2ND ROUND – GAME 4
NEW YORK LEAD 2-1
TEAM TRENDS
- Pacers have won their last 9 home games.
- Knicks have covered 9 of their last 10 games following a loss.
- 7 of the Pacers’ last 8 home games have gone Overs.
- Pacers have won the first half in their last 9 home games.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| IND | 47 | 35 | 26-15 | 21-20 |
| NY | 50 | 32 | 27-14 | 23-18 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| IND | 123.3 | 120.2 | +3.1 | 243.5 |
| NY | 112.8 | 108.2 | +4.6 | 221.0 |
SEASON MATCHUPS
INDIANA 2-1
| GAME 3 | IND | NY | 111:106 |
| GAME 2 | NY | IND | 130:121 |
| GAME 1 | NY | IND | 121:117 |
| 11.02.24 | NY | IND | 111:125 |
| 02.02.24 | NY | IND | 109:105 |
| 31.12.23 | IND | NY | 140:105 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| IND | OVER | IND |
| -5.0 | 217.0 | 121-89 |
THE RUB
In the Eastern Semis, the Knicks and Pacers are set to clash in Game 4 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday afternoon. With the series tied at 2-2, both teams are eager to gain an advantage and move closer to securing a spot in the conference finals.
Indiana secured a victory in Game 3, prevailing 111-106 at home.
The Pacers mad the most of on their ability to dominate inside the paint, outscoring the Knicks 56-40. Tyrese Haliburton led Indiana’s offense with 35 points, 7 assists, and sinking six triples. Pascal Siakam added 26 points to bolster the Pacers’ scoring efforts.
Despite the loss, New York’s Donte DiVincenzo poured in 35 points and connecting on 7 triples. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome Indiana’s offensive firepower on their home court.
As Game 4 approaches, both teams face uncertainties regarding player availability. Indiana’s Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith are listed as questionable, adding an element of uncertainty to the Pacers’ lineup. On the other side, New York will continue to be without the services of OG Anunoby.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Jalen Brunson: Scored 35+ points in 7 of the last 8 road games.
- Andrew Nembhard: Scored 11+ points in 7 of the last 8 games.
- Myles Turner: Scored 21+ points in 5 of the last 6 home games.
- Donte DiVincenzo: Recorded 6+ rebounds in 5 of the last 6 games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- Josh Hart: Recorded 14+ rebounds in 4 of the last 5 road games.
- Myles Turner: Recorded 9+ rebounds in 5 of the last 6 home games.
- Isaiah Hartenstein: Recorded 5+ assists in 5 of the last 6 games against the Pacers.
- Pascal Siakam: Recorded 4+ assists in 6 of the last 7 playoff home games.
- Donte DiVincenzo: Scored 25+ points in the last 3 games against the Pacers.
- Andrew Nembhard: Recorded 5+ assists in the last 3 home games against the Knicks.
- Jalen Brunson: Recorded a double-double in 3 of the last 4 road games.
PICK – INDIANA -5.0
DENVER @ MINNESOTA
WESTERN CONFERENCE 2ND ROUND – GAME 4
MINNESOTA LEAD 2-1
TEAM TRENDS
- Nuggets have won their last 5 playoff games as underdogs.
- Underdogs have covered the Nuggets’ last 7 games.
- 7 of the Timberwolves’ last 8 home games vs Western opponents have gone Overs.
- Underdogs have won the first half in 4 of the last 5 playoff games between the Nuggets and Timberwolves.
WIN/LOSS
| TEAM | W | L | HOME | ROAD |
| MIN | 56 | 26 | 30-11 | 26-15 |
| DEN | 57 | 25 | 33-8 | 24-17 |
SEASON POINTS +/-
| TEAM | PPG | OPPG | DIFF | TOT.AV. |
| MIN | 113.0 | 106.5 | +6.5 | 219.5 |
| DEN | 114.9 | 109.6 | +5.3 | 224.5 |
SEASON MATCHUPS
TIED 2-2
| GAME 3 | MIN | DEN | 90:117 |
| GAME 2 | DEN | MIN | 106:80 |
| GAME 1 | DEN | MIN | 99:106 |
| 11.04.24 | DEN | MIN | 116:107 |
| 30.03.24 | DEN | MIN | 98:111 |
| 20.03.24 | MIN | DEN | 112:115 |
| 02.11.23 | MIN | DEN | 110:89 |
PICKS ATS
| SPREAD | POINTS | RESULT |
| DEN | OVER | DEN |
| +3.0 | 204.0 | 115-107 |
THE RUB
In their Western Semis series, the Nuggets and Timberwolves are locked in a fierce battle, with momentum swinging back and forth.
Game 4 is set to take place at Target Center on Sunday night, where the Nuggets aim to extend their road dominance after securing a 117:90 win in Game 3.
Denver’s success in Game 3 was fueled by their proficiency from beyond the arc, shooting an impressive 48.3% from three-point range compared to Minnesota’s 30.3%. Additionally, the Nuggets capitalized on their opponents’ turnovers, committing just 11 compared to the Timberwolves’ 16.
Nikola Jokic notched a triple-double with 24 points, 14 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks. Jamal Murray provided crucial scoring support with 24 points of his own.
Heading into Game 4, the Nuggets will face uncertainties with the availability of key players Murray, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Reggie Jackson, all listed as questionable.
PLAYER TRENDS
- Naz Reid: Scored 12+ points in his last 8 games after being held to single digits in his previous game.
- Michael Porter Jr.: Scored 19+ points in 7 of the last 8 games.
- Rudy Gobert: Recorded 16+ rebounds in his last 4 home games after playing less than 30 minutes in the previous game.
- Nikola Jokic: Recorded 14+ rebounds in the last 4 road games.
- Nikola Jokic: Recorded 9+ assists in the last 4 games as underdogs.
- Rudy Gobert: Scored 14+ points in 6 of the last 7 games as favourites.
- Jaden McDaniels: Recorded 4+ rebounds in 6 of his last 7 home games against the Nuggets.
- Mike Conley: Recorded 4+ rebounds in 5 of the last 6 games.
PICK – DENVER +3.0
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