The New York Knicks’ playoff run came to a dramatic end last night as they fell to the Indiana Pacers in Game of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Pacers secured a 125-108 victory on their home court, clinching their spot in the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000.
Jalen Brunson, who had been the Knicks’ driving force throughout the postseason, was held to points as Indiana’s defense tightened in the second half. OG Anunoby led the Knicks with 24 points, but New York struggled with turnovers and couldn’t keep pace with Indiana’s fast-break offense Karl-Anthony Towns added 22 points and rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Pacers’ balanced attack.
Pascal Siakam powered Indiana with 31 points, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 21 points and assists. The Pacers capitalized on New York’s turnovers, converting them into 34 points and pulling away in the third quarter.
Despite a resilient first half, the Knicks trailed by four at halftime and couldn’t close the gap as Indiana’s transition game took over. The loss ends New York’s hopes of a Finals appearance, but the team’s deep playoff run and memorable victories over the Celtics and Pacers have energized fans and set the stage for an exciting offseason.
Final score: Pacers 125, Knicks 108. The Pacers advance to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals.
