Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers troll Knicks after NBA Finals berth
Pacers Advance to NBA Finals, Tyrese Haliburton Trolls Knicks
The Indiana Pacers are celebrating their first trip to the NBA Finals as 2000 after defeating the New York Knicks in six games in the Eastern Conference finals.Indiana secured the series victory with a 125-108 win in Game 6 on Saturday. Next, the Pacers will face Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, with the NBA Finals beginning Thursday at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
seven Pacers scored in double figures during the decisive game. Pascal Siakam led the way with 31 points, earning him the Eastern Conference Finals MVP award. Tyrese Haliburton contributed a dominant second half, finishing with 21 points and 13 rebounds.
According to ESPN Research, Haliburton is only the third player to record over 60 assists with 10 or fewer turnovers in a playoff series, joining Chris Paul and Tim Hardaway. He is the first to achieve this in the conference finals.
After clinching the Eastern Conference title,the Pacers’ social media team,along with Haliburton,took playful jabs at the Knicks,highlighting their shared history.
Nah, was to pack y’all up https://t.co/hhgo9fp8ib
— Tyrese Haliburton (@TyHaliburton22) June 1, 2025
The Pacers have a history of playoff success against the Knicks in the 21st century, with series wins in 2000, 2013, 2024, and now 2025. The Indiana Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton is embracing the rivalry and the team’s success.
What’s next
As the Indiana Pacers prepare for the NBA Finals,fans eagerly anticipate their matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Pacers look to capitalize on their momentum and Tyrese Haliburton’s leadership as they compete for the championship.