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Rick Carlisle Responds to $35,000 Fine Imposed on Him

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The Indiana Pacers suffered a tough loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their first-round series, falling 130-121 and missing a chance to even the series and steal home-court advantage. While the Pacers had their own shortcomings in the game, head coach Rick Carlisle decided to shift the blame to the referees, resulting in a $35,000 fine from the NBA.

In a post-game interview, Carlisle expressed his unwavering support for his players, fanbase, and ownership, stating that he is done discussing the officiating controversy. Despite the questionable calls, the Pacers ultimately have themselves to blame for the loss, squandering a strong first-half performance where they led by 10 points at halftime.

The Knicks capitalized on the Pacers’ second-half collapse, outscoring them 36-18 in the third quarter and dominating the boards, particularly in the rebounding department. Guard Josh Hart stood out with 15 rebounds, helping the Knicks secure the victory.

As the series shifts to Indiana for Game 3, the Pacers face a crucial must-win situation. They will need to contain Jalen Brunson defensively and push the pace to outmaneuver a short-handed Knicks team missing key players like Julius Randle, Mitchell Robinson, and OG Anunoby. Game 3 promises to be a pivotal matchup as the Pacers look to bounce back and regain momentum in the series.

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