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Knicks vs. Pacers Game 6 final score, results: Indiana clinches NBA Finals berth with dominant second half vs. New York

For the second time in franchise history, the Pacers are going to the NBA Finals.

Entering Game 6 with a second chance to close out the Knicks, Indiana successfully prevented a Game 7 as Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam led the team to a commanding 125-108 victory.

The game was close in the first half, as neither side had a lead more than six points in the first 24 minutes. Siakam was the best player on the floor to begin the game, scoring 16 points in the first half to surpass his entire Game 5 margin.

The Knicks kept things close thanks to OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, who played well while Jalen Brunson and Karl Anthony-Towns started slowly. Indiana had a 58-54 lead at half, but New York probably felt good knowing Brunson had yet to get going.

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In the second half, however, the Pacers pulled away as Haliburton kicked into gear and Indiana outscored the Knicks 67-54. The Pacers point guard ended the game with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists, with 11 of his 21 points coming in the fourth quarter, bouncing back from a quiet Game 5.

It was Siakam, though, whose 31 points helped him earn Eastern Conference Finals MVP honors, as he had at least 30 points in three of the four Pacers victories. Indiana will now play a fierce Thunder team in the NBA Finals beginning on Thursday night.

Brunson, after a tremendous Game 5, had his worst statistical game of the series as the Pacers’ defense was at its best. Andrew Nembhard had six steals on the night, while Brunson scored just 19 points on 18 shots.

As for the rest of New York, Anunoby and Bridges were the team’s two best players, while Towns had a double-double but struggled again defensively. In the end, New York’s season ends in disappointment, but with every big piece set to return next year.

The Sporting News tracked scores, results, and highlights from Knicks vs. Pacers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals.

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Knicks vs. Pacers highlights from Game 6 of Eastern Conference finals

All times E.T.

FINAL: Pacers 125, Knicks 108

10:36 p.m.: For the second time in franchise history, the Pacers are going to the NBA Finals!

10:34 p.m.: Haliburton nails a deep three to ice this away, putting him at 21 points and likely MVP honors.

10:33 p.m.: The Knicks have emptied the bench, which should seal this one.

10:29 p.m.: The Pacers defensive energy has reached another level as they are on the cusp of winning the East.

10:23 p.m.: Haliburton has eight of his 18 points in the fourth quarter, as he has taken the game over to get the Pacers lead up to 19 with under five minutes left.

10:21 p.m.: The two sides are trading buckets, which is bad news for the Knicks who need stops to get back in this.

10:16 p.m.: Andrew Nembhard’s defense on Brunson has been difference-making as the Pacers regain a 14-point lead.

10:13 p.m.: The Knicks are slowly chipping away, as the lead is 10 with just over nine minutes left.

10:06 p.m.: New York opens the fourth quarter with a quick 4-0 run, but Jarace Walker went down on one of the plays and needed help getting off the court.

End of third quarter: Pacers 92, Knicks 77

10:01 p.m.: It is not a flagrant foul, so Hart will shoot two on a common shooting foul.

9:59 p.m.: Hart is fouled hard on a transition layup, so he will go for the line with the play being checked for a flagrant.

9:54 p.m.: The Knicks finally end an Indiana 9-0 run on a Josh Hart layup, but not before the lead ballooned up to 16.

9:50 p.m.: The Pacers have regained a double-digit lead on ferocious defense, as Indiana is now up 11 after Bryant hits two fre throws.

9:45 p.m.: Out of the timeout, the Knicks go on a 7-0 run to get the lead back down to eight, largely thanks to tough defense and an Anunoby three.

9:41 p.m.: Bryant hit a third three to increase the lead to a game-high 15 points, forcing a Knicks timeout.

9:40 p.m.: Thomas Bryant, playing for an injured Tony Bradley, has hit two big threes in the second half off the bench.

9:38 p.m.: Siakam is now up to 24 points to lead all scoreers, but Brunson is also heating up as Indiana’s lead is down to eight.

9:33 p.m.: The Pacers have their biggest lead of the game as they open the half on an 8-0 run, increasing the lead to 12.

9:30 p.m.: Twice tonight a Knicks shooter has drawn a foul while simultaneously kneeing a Pacers defender in the groin.

9:28 p.m.: We are back for the second half! The Pacers open the half with a Siakam three to make the lead seven.

End of first half: Pacers 58, Knicks 54

9:11 p.m.: The half closes with a flurry of action, as the Pacers go on a mini 5-0 run before Anunoby hits a two at the buzzer. Indiana takes a four-point lead into the break.

9:08 p.m.:  The teams are going back-an-forth, but New York is keeping up with the Pacers despite Brunson and Towns not on rhythm yet.

9:02 p.m.: Haliburton slams home a transition dunk to put Indiana up five, only his second field goal of the night.

9:00 p.m.: With Indiana up two, the Pacers have slowed the game down with fouls, now putting the Knicks into the bonus.

8:58 p.m.: Aaron Nesmith picks up his third foul with 5:09 left in the first half, which could be a big development moving forward.

8:56 p.m.: There’s been a flurry of fouls recently as both sides are getting a little too aggressive. The Pacers are in the bonus, however, so they are shooting free throws the rest of the half.

8:52 p.m.: Karl Anthony-Towns is still dealing with that left knee issue, as he grabbed his knee after getting fouled on a drive. 

8:47 p.m.: Haliburton’s first points of the game come midway through the second quarter, as he hits an open three to give Indiana a six-point lead.

8:40 p.m.: An OG Anunoby spurt ties the game at 33, as the forward has eight points to lead all Knicks players.

8:36 p.m.: Pascal Siakam had a relatively quiet Game 5, but he’s been more active in Game 6 including two made threes.

End of first quarter: Pacers 25, Knicks 24

8:31 p.m.: The first quarter ends with two Delon Wright free throws, shrinking the Indiana lead to one.

8:24 p.m.: Indiana is taking advantage of the Knicks’ bench minutes and have re-taken a three-point lead, 25-22. Haliburton has yet to score but his four assists have helped Indiana’s offense get out quicker than in Game 5.

8:21 p.m.: Brunson’s first three of the game ties it at 20, while both teams are turning it over a little more than usual.

8:19 p.m.: So far, the Knicks have the edge on the glass but the Pacers are pushing the pace in transition, demonstrating both teams’ strengths.

8:13 p.m.: The Pacers have picked it up, as they are now on a 11-2 run themselves to take a four-point lead at the first media timeout.

8:10 p.m.: New York is off to a quick start, as the Knicks have an early 9-4 lead.

8:07 p.m.: We are underway from Indiana! Knicks win the tip-off to begin, and Jalen Brunson opens the scoring with a quick two.

7:50 p.m.: The Pacers are starting their usual five in this Game 6.

7:45 p.m.: Ben Stiller responded to Halburton’s decision to wear black with a jab of his own.

7:40 p.m.: The Knicks are starting the same five from the last two games, with Mitchell Robinson in instead of Josh Hart.

7:32 p.m.: Haliburton had a disappointing performance in Game 5 that followed a dominant Game 4, so he is looking for a bounce back.

7:22 p.m.: The Knicks arrive at Gainbridge Fieldhouse needing a win to extend their season.

7:08 p.m.: Aaron Nesmith came to the arena repping the Indiana Fever.

6:45 p.m.: Before the game, Jalen Brunson explained that in order for New York to win, they need to have belief in themselves.

6:28 p.m.: Tyrese Haliburton showed up to the game in all black, ready for another clinching opportunity.

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What time does Knicks vs. Pacers start today?

  • Date: Saturday, May 31
  • Time: 8:00 p.m. ET

Game 6 between the Knicks and Pacers will take place on Saturday night at 8:00 p.m., and will be the only playoff game of the weekend with the Western Conference Finals already wrapped up.

How to watch Knicks vs. Pacers Game 6

  • TV Channel: TNT
  • Live Stream: Max, Sling

TNT will have the call of Game 6 in what is the network’s final NBA broadcast. The network also offers the option to stream the game on Max, but Sling will also stream the game for those looking for an alternate option.

Knicks vs. Pacers schedule

Date Game Time (ET) TV Channel/Live Stream
5/21 Game 1: Pacers 138, Knicks 135 (OT) — —
5/23 Game 2: Pacers 114, Knicks 109 — —
5/25 Game 3: Knicks 106, Pacers 100 — —
5/27 Game 4: Pacers 130, Knicks 121 — —
5/29 Game 5: Knicks 111, Pacers 94 — —
5/31 Game 6: Pacers 125, Knicks 108 — —
6/2 Game 7: Pacers @ Knicks N/A N/A

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