The Indiana Pacers are poised to kick off the Eastern Conference Finals against either the Boston Celtics or New York Knicks on the road on May 21. This announcement follows the Pacers’ impressive performance in the prior round, where they triumphed over the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers with a decisive 4-1 series win.
The Celtics narrowly avoided elimination, defeating the Knicks 127-102 in Game 5 to keep their series alive. The Pacers, who secure the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference, will face either team, with Boston finishing with the second-best record in the conference, just ahead of New York.
The series format schedules games every other day, with the Pacers set to return home for Games 3 and 4 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 25 and May 27, respectively. The Games will air on TNT, providing fans the chance to support the team as they aim to progress to the NBA Finals, which begin on June 5.
Historically, the Pacers have fared well against Boston with a 2-1 record during the regular season, while they faced challenges against New York, finishing 1-2. In a welcoming note for Pacers fans, the Pacers previously defeated the Knicks in a grueling seven-game series during the last year’s Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Ticket sales for the Finals will commence on May 16 at 2 p.m., and fans eager to attend can secure presale access at Pacers.com/playoffs.
The upcoming series promises excitement as the Pacers continue to strive for playoff glory, and fans look forward to the possibility of seeing their team advance once more. With solid support and a strong mindset, the Pacers have the chance to create memorable moments in this year’s postseason.