With a 2-0 cushion tucked neatly under their belts, the Pacers are set to return home to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Game Three of the Eastern Conference Finals, looking to keep the heat on the Knicks this Sunday.
The Pacers pulled off another Garden heist on Friday night, toppling the Knicks 114-109 for their second straight win in Manhattan. It wasn’t one of their trademark heart-stoppers either—Rick Carlisle’s crew kept their noses in front for nearly 29 of the 48 minutes, controlling the tempo and keeping New York at arm’s length.
Indiana, now holding all the cards, continues to silence doubters with every buzzer. Meanwhile, the Knicks—fresh off knocking out the defending champs from Boston—have gone from darlings of the East to desperate for a lifeline. The trip to Indiana now feels more like a rescue mission than a road game.
Tom Thibodeau’s squad is still smarting from the gut punch that was Game One, but their Game Two woes left little room for debate.
Who will claim Game 3? Here’s what you need to know about Sunday’s matchup between the Pacers and the Knickers, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Pacers vs. Knicks on today?
- TV channel: TNT | truTV
- Live stream: Sling, Max
Pacers vs. Knicks will be available to watch on multiple channels and platforms. Game 3 can be viewed on TNT and truTV nationally.
Fans looking to stream Pacers vs. Knicks can watch live on Sling, which will carry every NBA playoff game in 2025.
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Pacers vs. Knicks start time
- Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
- Time: 8 p.m. ET or 5 p.m. PT
Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs series between the Pacers and the Knicks is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Indiana is not only looking to continue its disruption on the road this season — it’s also hunting for an NBA Finals appearance. The Pacers’ last Finals appearance came during the 1999-00 season against the Lakers.
New York is also aiming to end a lengthy NBA Finals drought, with the Knicks’ last appearance coming during the 1998-99 season. A Knicks appearance in the NBA Finals would also add to a banner year for New York basketball following the Liberty’s first WNBA title.
Pacers vs. Knicks radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM channel 81 (Knicks), 86 (Pacers)
Fans can listen to the Pacers vs. Knicks broadcast live on SiriusXM.
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Pacers vs. Knicks series schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21 | Game 1: Pacers 138, Knicks 135 | — | — |
| May 23 | Game 2: Pacers 114, Knicks 109 | — | — |
| May 25 | Game 3 at Indiana | 8 p.m. | TNT, Sling, SN |
| May 27 | Game 4 at Indiana | 8 p.m. | TNT, Sling, TSN |
| May 29 | Game 5* at New York | 8 p.m. | TNT, Sling, TSN |
| May 31 | Game 6* at Indiana | 8 p.m. | TNT, Sling, SN |
| June 2 | Game 7* at New York | 8 p.m. | TNT, Sling, TSN |
* If necessary
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2025
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason. Some series start dates could move up depending on when previous series end.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 15-18 |
| First round begins | April 19 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 5-6 |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 12 |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 21 |
| NBA Finals begin | June 5 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 22 |
| NBA Draft | June 25-26 |
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