Pacers storm Knicks 130-109 in the Garden, advance to Eastern Conference Finals

For the first time in a decade, the Indiana Pacers are going to the Eastern Conference Finals. The Pacers made history on May 19, defeating the New York Knicks 130-109 in a decisive Game 7 at Madison Square Garden. The victory thrusts the Pacers to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2014, where they will face the No. 1 seed Boston Celtics. Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) and Knicks forward Josh Hart (3) scramble for possession over a loose ball during Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals on May 17, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis, IN. (Photo/Walt Thomas) The Pacers’ win was an excellent showing in offensive efficiency, setting an NBA playoff record with a blistering 67.1% shooting from the field. This historic performance included a spectacular 76% shooting display in the first half, a feat not seen in 25 years, according to ESPN. Point guard Tyrese Haliburton led a balanced Pacers attack with 26 points, with an additional five players finishing in double figures. Their depth and versatility proved too much for the Knicks, who fought valiantly but were hampered by injuries. Following the win, Haliburton pointed out how the sports scene in...