The Knicks suffered a defeat to the Pacers in Game 4, primarily due to turnovers, especially from Josh Hart. Hart's five turnovers enabled the Pacers to score eight points in transition, contributing to the Knicks' 17 total turnovers. The Pacers capitalized on these mistakes, converting turnovers into 20 points and gaining a distinct advantage in fast break points. Despite the Knicks' attempts to close the gap, critical errors prevented them from maintaining momentum. Indiana's strategy of forcing opponents into fast-paced and uncharacteristic mistakes significantly influenced the game's outcome.
Hart was most at fault. He committed five turnovers, four of which came in the first half. The Pacers got out in transition and capitalized on almost all of them.
This is what the Pacers specialize in. They speed the game up and force opponents into uncharacteristic mistakes. They get opponents playing at a pace faster than they're comfortable.
The Pacers scored nine points either as a result or directly after those fouls. Indiana only committed 11 turnovers, and the Knicks had just nine points off them.
Those margins are hard to overcome. The Knicks committed two turnovers on their first two offensive possessions of the second half, which helped spark a 7-0 Pacers run.
The Knicks played right into the Pacers' hands. Turning the ball over is precisely what can't be done against a team that thrives so much in transition.
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