Karl-Anthony Towns helps the Knicks stay alive in Game 5 and reveals the three-word mindset that fueled New York's must-win effort.

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns has been exceptional in his first year with the team, averaging 24.4 points and 12.8 rebounds en route to All-NBA Third Team honors.

In this era of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL), teams are assembled via cold, hard cash. Anthony Davis went through the recruiting cycle in the former era when he landed with Kentucky as the No. 1 prospect in the country, according to 247’s rankings. The Mavericks center said the new format hurts the sports integrity.

Knicks' superstar Jalen Brunson breaks down the team’s mindset entering Game 6 vs. Pacers with the season in the balance.

The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 125-108, in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference Finals series. Indiana Pacers Top Performers Pascal Siakam – 31 PTS | 5 REB | 3 BLK | 3 3PM Averaged 24.

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How much does chemistry matter in the NBA? The Knicks would argue it matters quite a bit. New York undoubtedly has a talented roster, but plenty of talented rosters throughout the NBA can't sustain winning.

And yet, there was Towns, a five-time All-Star (including this season), subbing out with 9 minutes left and the Knicks trailing by nine to the Pacers. He did not return until the 2:25 mark with New York still trailing by nine. Reserve center Mitchell Robinson, a defensive stud who has offensive issues, was on the court in Towns’ place.

2025 has been a chaotic year for the Dallas Mavericks so far. General manager Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in February, Kyrie Irving tore his left ACL in March, the team missed the playoffs after making the NBA Finals last year and Jason Kidd's club won the draft lottery.

Karl-Anthony Towns was uncertain to play because of a bruised left knee, according to the New York Knicks’ injury report

Knicks starters are a combined minus-29 against the Pacers. They've lost two games by a combined eight points. Is it time for change?