In a thrilling Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, the Indiana Pacers made a stunning comeback to defeat the New York Knicks 138-135. Tyrese Haliburton delivered a dramatic long jumper that tied the game as time expired in regulation, following a late surge from the Pacers. The Knicks had held a comfortable 14-point lead with under three minutes remaining, but Indiana’s Aaron Nesmith ignited a comeback with a series of critical 3-pointers.
Haliburton attempted to win the game with a 3-pointer but lost control of the dribble, regaining it just in time to make a shot that was confirmed as a 2-pointer due to his toe being on the line, tying the score at 125. In overtime, Andrew Nembhard scored the go-ahead basket with 26 seconds left. Haliburton finished the game with 31 points and 11 assists, while Nesmith added 30 points, shooting an impressive 8 of 9 from beyond the arc.
The Knicks’ Jalen Brunson led with 43 points, and Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 35 points and 12 rebounds. Despite their impressive performances, the Knicks could not maintain their lead, crumbling in the final moments of regulation. This loss marks a significant disappointment for New York, as they had not reached the Eastern Conference finals since 2000. Their inability to protect a substantial lead highlighted the Pacers’ resilience and set the stage for an exciting series, with Game 2 scheduled for Friday night. The matchup rekindles the fierce rivalry from the 1990s, offering fans a classic NBA showdown.
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