11.05.2024
Indiana Pacers 111 - 106 New York Knicks
Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 35 points, including clutch plays down the stretch, as Andrew Nembhard's late 3-pointer sealed a 111-106 victory over the Knicks in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Nembhard, who was scoreless before the shot, came through when it counted. The Knicks were led by Donte DiVincenzo's 35 points, but Jalen Brunson's missed 3-pointer in the final seconds sealed their fate. Despite playing without key players due to injuries, Indiana rallied from a nine-point deficit and now leads the series 2-1, remaining undefeated at home this postseason.
Minnesota Timberwolves 90 - 117 Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets rebounded from a rough start to the series with a 117-90 blowout win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3. Jamal Murray energized the team with 24 points, while Nikola Jokic added 24 points, 14 rebounds, and nine assists. The Nuggets cut the Timberwolves' series lead to 2-1 with their strong shooting from 3-point range. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 19 points, but they struggled to keep up with Denver's pace and fell behind by as many as 34 points. This win marked a significant step forward for Denver, breaking the 100-point barrier for the first time in the series. Murray, who faced criticism after a poor start, showed improvement and helped lead the Nuggets to victory. Game 4 is set to take place in Minneapolis on Sunday night.