Article written and published by Victor Sakou, independent journalist based in Philadelphia
The curtain has fallen on the Eastern Conference Finals! On Saturday, May 31, the Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks with a score of 125–108 in Game 6, securing their ticket to the 2025 NBA Finals. It’s their first Finals appearance since the year 2000.
🔥 A Dominant Team Performance
Led by a well-balanced team effort, the Pacers took control early and never looked back. Pascal Siakam stood out with 31 points and 3 blocks, while Tyrese Haliburton added 21 points and 13 assists to run the show.
Indiana thrived in transition, scoring 41 fast break points compared to just 10 for New York. They also capitalized on 18 Knicks turnovers to convert them into 34 additional points.
Despite solid efforts from OG Anunoby (24 points) and Karl-Anthony Towns (22 points, 14 rebounds), the Knicks couldn’t keep up.
🏆 Pascal Siakam Named Eastern Conference Finals MVP
Following this dominant series, Pascal Siakam was awarded the Larry Bird Trophy as the MVP of the Eastern Conference Finals. He becomes the first Pacer to earn the honor since its creation in 2022, thanks to consistent performances and his 31-point masterpiece in Game 6.
🏆 Eyes on the NBA Finals
The Pacers will now face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals. Game 1 is scheduled for Thursday, June 5 in Oklahoma City. The clash promises to be explosive, as two young, hungry franchises face off for the crown.
🗣️ What’s Your Prediction?
Can Indiana go all the way? Is OKC just too strong?
Share your thoughts in the comments below!
