Knicks vs Pacers: The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are set to clash in the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, renewing a rivalry that has been a staple in NBA history. With both teams boasting rich legacies and passionate fan bases, this series promises to be a thrilling chapter in their storied competition.
All-Time Head-to-Head (Regular Season)
- Total Games Played: 198
- Knicks Wins: 102
- Pacers Wins: 96
The Knicks hold a slight edge over the Pacers in regular season history, but the rivalry has always been closely contested.
Recent Matchups – 2024-25 Season
- Oct 25, 2024 – Knicks 123, Pacers 98 (in New York)
- Nov 10, 2024 – Pacers 132, Knicks 121 (in Indiana)
- Feb 11, 2025 – Knicks 128, Pacers 115 (in Indiana)
Season series: Knicks 2 wins – Pacers 1 win
Overall Last 6 Regular Season Games
- Knicks Wins: 3
- Pacers Wins: 3
- Point Totals: Knicks 718 – Pacers 715
- Average Score: Knicks 119.7 – Pacers 119.2
The last six games show how evenly matched these teams are. Both squads have won three games each, and the total scoring difference is minimal.
How They Reached the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals
New York Knicks:
- Regular Season Record: 51–31 (3rd in East)
- First Round: Defeated Detroit Pistons 4–2
- Jalen Brunson led the way, including a 40-point performance and a game-winning three-pointer in Game 6.
- Semifinals: Defeated Boston Celtics 4–2
- Brunson continued his stellar play, averaging 39 points, 5 rebounds, and 12 assists in Game 4, helping the Knicks take a 3–1 series lead.
Indiana Pacers:
- Regular Season Record: 50–32 (4th in East)
- First Round: Defeated Milwaukee Bucks 4–1
- Tyrese Haliburton was instrumental, including a game-winning layup in overtime of Game 5.
- Semifinals: Defeated Cleveland Cavaliers 4–1
- Haliburton and the Pacers’ balanced offense overwhelmed the top-seeded Cavaliers, showcasing their depth and speed.
What to Expect in the 2025 Conference Finals
The Knicks come into the series with momentum after strong regular season performances from Towns, Hart, and Jalen Brunson. The Pacers, powered by Haliburton and Mathurin, have shown they can light up the scoreboard quickly.
With history, talent, and recent battles all pointing to a close fight, this Conference Finals promises to be one of the most exciting matchups of the postseason. The rivalry continues.
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