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Scott Agness: J.R Smith and Kenyon Martin both missed today’s practice and stayed behind at the hotel to prevent the illness from spreading. Twitter @ScottAgness

New York Knicks, Kenyon Martin, Injuries, JR Smith 

Carmelo Anthony: “It’ll be different come Game 4. We’re going to make our adjustments. They took care of home court tonight, but will have a chance.” Indianapolis Star

New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony 

Smith said earlier this season he changed his lifestyle and wasn’t going out as much. “I think with J.R., and especially this situation that’s being said about him, it can easily build up and become very stressful and strenuous on one person,’’ said Anthony, who played with Smith in Denver. “For me, who’s been there with him since he came into the NBA, especially now I try to just give him positive energy.” New York Post

New York Knicks, JR Smith 

Carmelo Anthony said he will keep his shoulder wrapped for the rest of the playoffs. "It's definitely helping my shoulder, keeping it in place so I'll keep that on," Anthony said. "I was just trying some things. I tried tape, tried a different shoulder sleeve but it seems that one is the one that's helping it out." Newsday

New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony, Injuries 

As the end of his wait to return to action for the first time in more than two months approached Saturday, Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire was like a kid on Christmas morning. And Carmelo Anthony was as amused as any parent enduring a child's irrepressible burst of energy. "He was up early this morning in shootaround," Anthony said. "He was dunking in shootaround. I'm like, 'Stat, it's May. Nobody is dunking in shootaround.' You can just see the excitement, man, and his love for wanting to be back out there on a basketball court." Newsday

New York Knicks, Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Injuries 

Stoudemire downplayed his potential contribution. His focus was squarely on the condition of his knee. "I can't expect too much," Stoudemire said. "I always have high standards and high goals, but at the same time, you don't want to overthink it. The small things add up, and that's what I'm keying on." Newsday

New York Knicks, Amare Stoudemire, Injuries 

Knicks guard J.R. Smith played against the Pacers in Game 3 on Saturday night after being iffy to go because of an illness. Washington Times

New York Knicks, Injuries, J.R. Smith 

Jared Zwerling: Speaking of Camby, I'm hearing he's still hurt with that plantar. Don't get your hopes up there ... #Knicks Twitter @JaredZwerling

New York Knicks, Injuries, Marcus Camby 

Spike Lee reportedly offered $40,000 for four tickets next to the Indiana Pacers bench for Saturday night’s playoff game, but seat owner Stewart Reed turned down the noted New York Knicks fan. Reed, co-owner of Fuzzy Zoeller’s Vodka, mentioned the film director’s proposal while visiting Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where his business is primary sponsor on Ed Carpenter’s No. 20 car entered in the 97th Indy 500. Lee, wearing his Knicks’ John Starks jersey, ended up seated on the floor across the court from the end of the Knicks’ bench. Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, New York Knicks, Spike Lee 

Scott Agness: I've confirmed that Spike Lee offered $40K for 4 courtside seats tonight next to Pacers' bench. "He's a Knicks fan, no way." @pwilson24 1st. Twitter @ScottAgness

Indiana Pacers, New York Knicks, Spike Lee 

Marc Berman: One person who spoke to J.R. said: “He had a little chill last night. And it got worse. We'll see if he can play.'' Twitter @NYPost_Berman

New York Knicks, Injuries, JR Smith 

New York Knicks sixth man J.R. Smith is questionable for Game 3 against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night due to illness, the team said. Smith has a 102 degree fever, according to coach Mike Woodson. ESPN.com

New York Knicks, Injuries, J.R. Smith 

Woodson said that even if Smith played, he would probably be limited by the illness. Smith did not participate in shootaround on Saturday morning, instead staying in the team's hotel. ESPN.com

New York Knicks, Injuries, J.R. Smith 

Frank Isola: When asked about J.R., Carmelo smiled and said "he's playing." Twitter @FisolaNYDN

New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony, Injuries, J.R. Smith 

Tina Cervasio: Amar'e ready to play.Says he's "ecstatic" Knee feels good, like return from left knee surgery. Woodson says docs have 10-12 min max! #Knicks Twitter @TinaCervasio

New York Knicks, Amare Stoudemire, Injuries 

Rafa Muntion: Pablo Prigioni: "Future. I will make the call. Next year I could continue in the NBA, go to Europe or even end up in Argentina." Twitter

New York Knicks, Free Agency, Argentina, Europe, Pablo Prigioni 

Do you want to come back here and play next year? Pablo Prigioni: (Chuckles) I just can say I feel really good now in the end of the season. I’m happy I can help the team with my game. I’m focused on finish the season and playing my best basketball and try to do all I can to push the team to win, When the season’s finished, I have time to think what I want to do next year. I don’t want to think about now because I will lose my focus. New York Post

New York Knicks, Free Agency, Pablo Prigioni 

Does (JR Smith) seem like he’s focused? Pablo Prigioni: Yes, yes, definitely, definitely. I think when he have this incident with (Jason) Terry in the first round, maybe that make him lose the focus for a couple of games, but I think he’s ready to go back on his level. New York Post

New York Knicks, JR Smith, Pablo Prigioni 

Ian Begley: Kidd: 'When we move the ball we’re pretty good. When the ball sticks, we try to go 1 on 1, we become one of the bottom teams in the league.' Twitter

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Pablo Prigioni's agent, George Bass, told ESPNNewYork.com on Friday that the Argentine point guard "is interested in returning to the Knicks" for a second season. "Pablo really enjoyed himself here, and he has interest in playing again next year," Bass said. "He's fallen in love with New York, there's no doubt. The Knicks are just a first-class organization, so it's been good all the way around." ESPN.com

New York Knicks, Free Agency, Pablo Prigioni