Series Overview
The Indiana Pacers lead the Eastern Conference Finals series 3-1 against the New York Knicks, putting them one win away from advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000. The Pacers secured a 130-121 victory in Game 4, powered by Tyrese Haliburton’s triple-double performance (32 points, 15 assists, 12 rebounds) and Pascal Siakam’s 30-point effort.
Team Records & Playoff Performance
| Team | Regular Season Record | Playoff Record |
| Indiana Pacers | 50-32 | 11-3 |
| New York Knicks | 51-31 | 9-7 |
Indiana has been dominant in the playoffs, winning eight of their last ten games, while New York has struggled, going 5-5 in their last ten.
Key Players to Watch
Indiana Pacers
Tyrese Haliburton (PG) – 32 points, 15 assists, 12 rebounds in Game 4; leads the team in assists (9.4 per game) in the playoffs.
Pascal Siakam (PF) – 30 points in Game 4; averaging 18.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in the postseason.
Myles Turner (C) – 16.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.3 blocks per game in the playoffs; key defensive anchor.
New York Knicks
Jalen Brunson (PG) – 31 points in Game 4; averaging 23 points per game in the playoffs.
Karl-Anthony Towns (C) – 24 points, 15 rebounds in Game 4; dominant presence in the paint.
OG Anunoby (SF) – 22 points in Game 4; key defensive stopper.
Matchup Breakdown
Pacers’ Fast-Paced Offense vs. Knicks’ Defense – Indiana leads all playoff teams in offensive efficiency, shooting 50% from the field and 39.6% from three-point range.
Knicks’ Clutch Play vs. Pacers’ Late-Game Execution – New York has been 6-2 in clutch games this postseason, relying on Brunson’s ability to close out tight matchups.
Rebounding Battle – The Knicks have outrebounded Indiana in all three regular-season matchups, making board control a key factor.
Game Odds
Indiana Pacers 222.5
New York Knicks – 5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 28, 2025
