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Having taken a 3-1 lead in the series, the Indiana Pacers will look to finish the job tonight when they take on the New York Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final. A win will take the Pacers to the NBA Finals, where the Oklahoma City Thunder have already booked their spot by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves in the WCF. Aware of their precarious situation, the Knicks will be expected to throw everything to push the series to Game 6, but with Tyrese Haliburton in top form, it will take a herculean effort from their end to stay alive in the competition. Aside from Haliburton, attention will be on Aaron Nesmith too, as he has been instrumental in the Pacers' continued success. As the forward is expected to play a crucial role tonight, it is imperative to know whether he will be available to play or will sit out due to an injury. Let's take a look at the Indiana Pacers injury report to determine the status of Aaron Nesmith.
Aaron Nesmith Injury Report
Aaron Nesmith is listed in the injury report released by the Pacers ahead of game 5 against the Knicks. He is marked as "questionable" due to an ankle injury. Thus, there is suspense on whether Nesmith will play tonight or not.
Smith has remained a valuable contributor for the Pacers throughout the season. He has averaged 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this season. While these are modest figures, it is the impact that counts in the end, and more often than not, his numbers have turned out to be the difference maker.
If he misses out on the game, it will be a huge setback for the Pacers as the ball is in their court, and they would not want to allow the Knicks any space to stage a return in the tie.
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Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks Injury Report
Aside from Aaron Nesmith, Isaiah Jackson is featured on the Indiana Pacers injury report. Jackson has remained out since November, and he is yet to fully recover from the Achilles injury that ended his season.
New York Knicks on the other hand are not devoid of injury issues. Star player Karl-Anthony Towns is questionable for the game due to a knee injury.
So, injuries could affect the quality of the game, still stakes will remain high as both teams have all to play for. A win will take the Pacers to the final, whereas the Knicks will stay alive to fight another day in case they win. With all to look forward to let's see what transpires in the Knicks vs Pacers Game 5 showdown.
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