The Indiana Pacers dominated the New York Knicks 125-108 in a thrilling Game 6, securing their spot in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Key Performances
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Tyrese Haliburton rebounded from a quiet performance in Game 5 with a standout showing:
- Scored 21 points
- Dished out 13 assists
- Grabbed 6 rebounds
- Recorded 3 steals and 1 block
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Andrew Nembhard made his presence felt on both ends of the court:
- Swiped 6 steals to disrupt the Knicks’ offense
- Scored 14 points on efficient shooting (6-for-12 from the field)
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Thomas Bryant returned to action and delivered crucial contributions off the bench:
- Scored 11 points in 13 minutes, including three three-pointers
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Obi Toppin showcased his skills against his former team:
- Contributed 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 blocks
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Pascal Siakam set a strong tone early on:
- Scored 16 first-half points
- Played a key role in an eight-point run that gave Indiana its largest lead of nine early in the third quarter
Fourth Quarter Highlights
- Tyrese Haliburton scored or assisted on 29 fourth-quarter points
- Myles Turner added 10 points in the fourth quarter
Turnover Impact
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The Pacers’ relentless pressure led to 34 baskets directly from turnovers:
- Forced 17 turnovers leading to Pacer baskets, the highest conversion rate among playoff teams this postseason
- Last year’s Eastern Conference finals mark was 19 giveaways leading to 41 Pacer scores
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In contrast, the Knicks struggled with turnovers:
- Committed 52 giveaways through five games, tied for the most by any playoff team since last season
- Led to 35 Pacer scores, including four turnovers within seven seconds of crossing half court
Individual Performances from the Knicks
- Julius Randle scored 23 first-half points but went cold late
- Jalen Brunson had 15 second-half points, including 10 free throws made
Conclusion
Despite the Knicks’ individual performances, the Pacers’ depth proved too much. With multiple players stepping up across various lineups, Indiana maintained its edge even when starters faced injury or foul trouble.
As they move forward into the next round against either Boston or Philadelphia, the Pacers will look to continue building momentum behind their balanced attack and suffocating defense.
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