The New York Knicks’ playoff journey came to a close last night as the Indiana Pacers secured a 125-108 victory in Game of the Eastern Conference Finals, clinching their first NBA Finals appearance since 2000.
How Did the Knicks vs Pacers Game Unfold?.
The game remained tight through the first half, with the Knicks trailing by just four points at halftime (Pacers 58, Knicks 54) OG Anunoby led New York with 24 points, but the Pacers’ Pascal Siakam exploded for 31 points, fueling Indiana’s decisive second-half surge Indiana capitalized on New York’s turnovers, converting them into 34 points and dominating the fast break with 25 points.
Tyrese Haliburton came alive in the fourth quarter, finishing with 21 points and assists, while Thomas Bryant and Obi Toppin provided key support off the bench The Pacers’ defensive adjustments in the third quarter stifled Jalen Brunson, who was held to points on 8-of-18 shooting, and Karl-Anthony Towns, who added 22 points but couldn’t spark a comeback.
Are the Knicks Still in the Playoffs?.
With this loss, the Knicks are eliminated from the playoffs, and the Pacers advance to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals.
Knicks vs Pacers Game Key Stats:.
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Final Score: Pacers 125, Knicks 108.
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Knicks Top Scorers: OG Anunoby (24), Karl-Anthony Towns (22), Jalen Brunson (19).
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Pacers Top Scorers: Pascal Siakam (31), Tyrese Haliburton (21), Obi Toppin (18).
The Pacers’ victory marks a historic return to the NBA Finals, while the Knicks will look to regroup for next season.
