The Eastern Conference Finals kick off tonight as the New York Knicks are set to face off against the Indiana Pacers. This matchup revives a storied rivalry from the 1990s, where both teams met six times in the playoffs between 1993 and 2000. While historical figures like Reggie Miller and John Starks defined those intense battles, today’s stars are a new generation. The spotlight is on Jalen Brunson of the Knicks and Tyrese Haliburton of the Pacers on the perimeter, while centers Karl-Anthony Towns and Myles Turner provide a formidable presence in the paint.
The Knicks enter this series with a slight edge, having won the season series against the Pacers two games to one. They also secured a higher position in the standings, finishing as the No. 3 seed in the East, giving them home-court advantage over the No. 4 seed Pacers.
Game 1 is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT) and will be broadcasted on TNT and Max. The playoffs continue to generate excitement as four teams now compete for the coveted Larry O’Brien Trophy, and this meeting is sure to deliver thrilling basketball.
Today’s schedule for the playoffs includes:
– Wednesday, May 21: Game 1 – Pacers at Knicks, 8 p.m. (TNT and Max)
– Thursday, May 22: Game 2 – Timberwolves at Thunder, 8:30 p.m. (ESPN)
– Friday, May 23: Game 2 – Pacers at Knicks, 8 p.m. (TNT and Max)
– Saturday, May 24: Game 3 – Thunder at Timberwolves, 8:30 p.m. (ABC)
– Sunday, May 25: Game 3 – Knicks at Pacers, 8 p.m. (TNT and Max)
Fans will have plenty of opportunities to catch all the action, as NBA playoff games are available on channels like ABC, ESPN, and TNT. Various streaming options are also available for those wanting to watch the games live.
This series not only highlights the ongoing thrill of the NBA playoffs but also showcases the evolution of rivalries and new talents that continue to emerge in the league.