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Head coach Tom Thibodeau and the New York Knicks could be headed for drastic changes after losing 4-2 to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. After Thibodeau addressed the Knicks coming up short of their ultimate postseason goal, he spoke about the vital offseason ahead. For Thibodeau, it’s a time for New York […]

After watching their favorite team drop a brutal Game 6 effort against the Indiana Pacers, New York Knicks fans were not particularly happy with Karl-Anthony Towns. Once expected to be the missing piece of an NBA Finals-winning roster, KAT was instead a big reason why the team came up short, so much so that multiple […]

After beating the New York Knicks 4-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals, Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle summed up the significance of reaching the NBA Finals for a state that appreciates basketball more than most. The Pacers beat the Knicks 125-108 in Game 6, eliminating New York at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, as Carlisle related to […]

Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers are on Cloud Nine after beating the New York Knicks 125-108 in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals to advance to the NBA Finals. Going into the game, the Pacers led 3-2 in the series. However, they were coming off a disappointing loss in Game 5 on the […]

The New York Knicks face an uncertain offseason following their Game 6 debacle Saturday. The Indiana Pacers rolled to the 125-108 rout to seal the Eastern Conference title. But potentially also sealed the future of Tom Thibodeau — which sparked a strong reaction from Jalen Brunson. “Thibs” once again fired up the critics. The veteran […]

Josh Hart and the New York Knicks suffered a heartbreaking end to their playoff run after losing 125-108 to the Indiana Pacers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday night. In 22 minutes of action off the bench, Hart was unable to provide a major impact on offense. He finished with four […]

Jalen Brunson shot and fought to keep the New York Knicks title hopes alive, and while sis shooting and scoring helped the Knicks push the Indiana Pacers to six games in their Eastern Conference Finals battle, it wasn’t enough to prevent them from getting eliminated from the 2025 NBA Playoffs in Game 6 on Saturday […]

Once again, the New York Knicks have fallen in the NBA Playoffs to the Indiana Pacers. Only this time, losing a series to the Pacers stings more since the Knicks were on the doorstep of winning the Eastern Conference Finals and heading to the NBA Finals. As the offseason begins earlier than New York had […]

Gainbridge Fieldhouse colored the floor in gold, blue and NBA Finals hats. The Indiana Pacers are back as Eastern Conference champions for the first time since 2000. And got fans to erupt after demolishing the New York Knicks 125-108 Saturday. The Pacers’ X account started off the excited reactions. Including posting this graphic edit featuring […]

Pascal Siakam has been successful throughout his playoff run with the Indiana Pacers, and he will earn some hardware to go with it. That was certainly the case after Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks on Saturday night. Siakam secured the East Finals MVP Award, performing at a high […]

The Indiana Pacers had an injury take place to start the fourth quarter of Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks on Saturday night. The player who got hurt was forward Jarace Walker. Less than 30 seconds into the final quarter, Walker contested a shot from Knicks star big man […]

OG Anunoby made an impressive shot near the end of the first half of Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. The Knicks and Pacers have been trading blows throughout the first 24 minutes of Game 6. Indiana has a 3-2 series lead, meaning […]

The Indiana Pacers entered Game 6 of their Eastern Conference finals series against the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse looking to book a ticket to the 2025 NBA Finals. They have great support in the building from the thousands of fans in attendance cheering for them to finish off Jalen Brunson and company. And […]

Both Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks fans were eagerly wondering which Tyrese Haliburton would take the court in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Would it be the version that posted a near-immaculate performance in Game 4, or would it be the one who was practically invisible in Game 5 ? Well, if […]

The Indiana Pacers have the opportunity to advance to the NBA Finals on Saturday should they win Game 6 and close out the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks. The Pacers have been dealing with recent injury issues to key players. If the Knicks win Game 6 and end up forcing a Game […]

The Indiana Pacers are heading into Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks looking to close out the series and advance to the NBA Finals. The Pacers have been dealing with a couple of injury issues though as the series winds down. Prior to Game 6, head coach Rick Carlisle […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — After coaching the Oklahoma City Blue, the organization’s G League affiliate, for five seasons, GM Sam Presti named Mark Daigneault the Oklahoma City Thunder head coach. He joined Billy Donovan’s coaching staff as an assistant before taking over. Then, four seasons later, Daigneault guided the Thunder to the NBA Finals, leading a […]

The New York Knicks are heading into a do-or-die Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, facing elimination on the road against the Indiana Pacers. After a commanding 111-94 win in Game 5, New York’s season remains alive, thanks largely to the leadership of Jalen Brunson. Brunson took control from the start, scoring 32 […]

The Indiana Pacers have released their latest injury report ahead of a critical Game 6 matchup against the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. Holding a 3-2 series lead, Indiana will have a chance to close out the series Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off will be at 8:00 p.m. EDT on TNT. […]

The New York Knicks are on the brink of elimination in the NBA’s Eastern Conference Playoffs, but after winning Game 5 and notching their series at 3-2, they still have a chance to bring The Big Apple their first Finals berth since 1999. Jalen Brunson will have the weight of an entire city on his […]

Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks have struggled to keep up with the Indiana Pacers for most of the Eastern Conference Finals series. But one major stat featuring Brunson made the difference in the Knicks’ Game 5 win over the Pacers. Indiana has been taking on Brunson in a lot of their attacks on […]

Before the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 4-1 to reach the NBA Finals, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins crowned Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the franchise’s best player ever. Perkins doubled down on that take. After watching Gilgeous-Alexander lead the Thunder in Game 5 at the Paycom Center, Perkins says this year’s Oklahoma City team is a deeper […]

The New York Knicks lived to see another day on Thursday in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers, winning Game 5 by a score of 111-94. Tom Thibodeau’s squad was led by franchise star Jalen Brunson, who erupted for 32 points in the must-win contest. Following the victory, analyst Jason McIntyre appeared on […]

There’s a certain energy that fills the room when players truly believe in what they are building, and that energy was everywhere Thursday morning as the Minnesota Timberwolves talked about their future. The season was over, but the optimism was just beginning. This team faced doubt all season—and showed it can overcome the obstacles. “Nobody’s […]

When Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton posted 32 points, 15 assists, 12 rebounds, four steals and zero turnovers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, many analysts, fans and former players heralded him as a superstar. He did not embody that label in a 111-94 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks, […]

With the New York Knicks looking to force a Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers, the team would have a solid outing in Game 5 as they had a 3-1 series deficit coming into it. After some momentum for the Knicks after winning Game 5, ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith would speak on “First Take” […]

The New York Knicks were razor sharp on Thursday night, defeating the Indiana Pacers 111-94. The Knicks crept back into the Eastern Conference Finals, swinging momentum in a (now) 3-2 series. New York led for the entirety of Game 5, and they held Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton to eight points on seven shot attempts. As […]

Few professional sports teams celebrate big wins like the New York Knicks do. Coming off the team’s big win over the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals Game 5, Knicks fans immediately hit the streets to celebrate the victory in a way only they could. Knicks fans could not contain their excitement after New […]

The New York Knicks extended their postseason hopes Thursday night with a dominant 111-94 win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, forcing a Game 6 and shifting the pressure back to Indiana. Now trailing 3-2 in the series, the Knicks will look to even the series on the road […]

Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns combined for 56 points to lead the New York Knicks past the Indiana Pacers 111-94 on Thursday, extending their postseason run despite facing a 3-1 series deficit. Powered by the home crowd at Madison Square Garden, New York came out energized and delivered under pressure. Towns, who had been listed […]

The Indiana Pacers dropped Game 5 to the New York Knicks, but that did not stop them from making a ruckus on social media. Despite the loss, the Pacers did not hesitate to troll the Knicks’ celebrity row of fans, including Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner, Ben Stiller and Miles Teller, before the Eastern Conference Finals […]

The New York Knicks roared back with a statement win, dismantling the Indiana Pacers by 17 points in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Courtside in celebrity row, Knicks superfan Timothée Chalamet was ecstatic. He proudly wore his Patrick Ewing-themed jacket to showcase his love for the team. When asked for a prediction heading […]

The Indiana Pacers turned in their weakest offensive showing of the playoffs during Thursday night’s 111-94 loss to the New York Knicks. Despite failing to seal the series, star forward Pascal Siakam stressed that there’s no reason to hit the panic button. One reason the Pacers remained unfazed after Thursday’s loss was the confidence of […]

The Indiana Pacers were already reeling from a 121-91 loss in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, but the tension continued postgame thanks to an awkward moment involving forward Pascal Siakam and a reporter. Following the blowout defeat at Madison Square Garden, Siakam was asked by longtime columnist Gregg Doyel to clarify a comment […]

Tom Thibodeau and the New York Knicks refused to go quietly. Down 3-1 and facing elimination, they took command at Madison Square Garden in Game 5, overpowering Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers 111-94 to keep their season alive and send the series back to Indianapolis for Game 6. Jalen Brunson delivered another superstar-level outing […]

For the second consecutive season, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ campaign came to an end in the Western Conference Finals. This time around, however, they stood less of a chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder than they did against the Dallas Mavericks last year. OKC, boasting the best defense in the league, swallowed Minnesota whole — as […]

The New York Knicks came out swinging in Game 5, determined to defend their home court and keep their season alive. With their backs against the wall in the Eastern Conference Finals, New York responded with its best all-around performance of the series—fueled in part by Karl-Anthony Towns’ blunt three-word message. "Do or die." Karl-Anthony […]

New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns gave Jalen Brunson flowers for his Game 5 heroics on Thursday night. New York was facing elimination in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers, but kept its season going with this 111-94 victory. The Knicks’ All-NBA duo was at the center of this encouraging […]

With their season hanging in the balance, the New York Knicks delivered a must-win performance in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, defeating the Indiana Pacers 111-94 at Madison Square Garden. The victory trimmed the Pacers’ series lead to 3-2 and sends the matchup back to Indiana for a pivotal Game 6. But beyond the […]