The New York Knicks are all set to face off against the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals on Friday night, and fans are buzzing with excitement for this highly-anticipated matchup. In Game 1, the Pacers stunned the Knicks with a thrilling 138-135 overtime victory, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Tyrese Haliburton had an impressive performance, scoring 31 points for the Pacers, while Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with an outstanding 43 points.
The Knicks have a solid record of 34-18 against conference opponents and currently sit at ninth place in the NBA. They are averaging 115.8 points per game and have a shooting percentage of 48.6% from the field. On the other hand, the Pacers have a record of 29-22 in Eastern Conference play and are ranked fourth in the conference. They are scoring an average of 117.4 points per game and have a shooting percentage of 48.8%. Both teams are hungry for a win in this crucial Game 2, with the winner advancing to the NBA Finals.
As the teams gear up for their ninth playoff matchup, the stakes are high for the Knicks as they make their first trip to the Eastern Conference finals in 25 years. The winner of this series will go on to face the victor of the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. Game 2 will take place at Madison Square Garden in New York, and fans can catch all the action live on TNT. The projected starters for the game include standout players like Tyrese Haliburton for the Pacers and Jalen Brunson for the Knicks. However, the Pacers will be missing Isaiah Jackson due to a torn right Achilles tendon, while the Knicks have a clean bill of health going into the game. Don’t miss out on the excitement as Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals unfolds on Friday, May 23.
