The Indiana Pacers clinched a decisive 125-108 victory over the New York Knicks in Game of the Eastern Conference Finals, securing their spot in the NBA Finals for just the second time in franchise history After a tightly contested first half, the Pacers surged ahead in the third quarter and never looked back, outscoring the Knicks 34-23 in that frame.
Pascal Siakam led the way for Indiana, earning Eastern Conference Finals MVP honors with 31 points, rebounds, assists, and blocks. Tyrese Haliburton bounced back from a quiet Game, contributing 21 points on 9-of-17 shooting and dishing out assists Andrew Nembhard also stood out with points, assists, and steals, while Obi Toppin added points off the bench.
For the Knicks, OG Anunoby was the top scorer with 24 points, supported by Karl-Anthony Towns’ 22-point, 14-rebound double-double. Jalen Brunson managed points but struggled with efficiency, and New York’s bench was once again outperformed, with Landry Shamet leading reserves with points.
With this win, the Pacers advance to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, while the Knicks’ season comes to a close after a hard-fought playoff run.
