The Indiana Pacers are heading back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000 after defeating the New York Knicks 125-108 in Game of the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals. Pascal Siakam delivered a commanding performance, scoring 31 points and earning the Eastern Conference Finals MVP honors Siakam’s relentless offense and key defensive plays helped Indiana pull away in the third quarter, capitalizing on New York’s turnovers that led to 34 Pacers points and dominating the fast break.
Tyrese Haliburton contributed 21 points and assists, coming alive in the fourth quarter to help secure the win. The Pacers’ bench provided crucial support, with Obi Toppin adding points and Thomas Bryant chipping in in just minutes Indiana’s defense held Knicks star Jalen Brunson to points on 8-of-18 shooting, while Karl-Anthony Towns managed 22 points and rebounds despite injury concerns.
The Pacers clinched the series 4–2, advancing to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals and reigniting one of the league’s most storied rivalries with a new chapter of playoff drama.