No lead is safe in a Knicks or Pacers game. That’s been evident through the first two rounds thus far, and yet Indiana still manages to catch New York on its heels.
Game 1 was a nightmare for New York, as it lost 138-135 in overtime. The Knicks led by 14 with 2:50 remaining and by nine with less than a minute. Some magic from Aaron Nesmith and Tyrese Haliburton paired with missed free throws and turnovers led to the Knicks’ demise.
It gave flashbacks to the Knicks vs. Pacers series in the 1990s, when Reggie Miller terrorized New York. Haliburton gave a nod to Miller, who was calling the game, when he used the choke sign after his game-tying bucket at the buzzer.
Haliburton finished with 31 points and 11 assists, and Nesmith had 30 points on 8-of-9 three-pointers. Nesmith made six straight three-pointers in the final 4:45 and added two free throws for a total of 20 points in that stretch.
Game 2 will be at Madison Square Garden on Friday, May 23. It’s a must-win for the Knicks to regain momentum after a crushing loss on their home floor.
Here’s what you need to know about Friday’s matchup between Knicks and Pacers, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Knicks vs. Pacers on today?
- TV channel: TNT
- Live stream: Sling
Game 2 of the Knicks vs. Pacers series will air live on TNT on Friday, May 23.
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Knicks vs. Pacers start time
- Date: Friday, May 23
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs series between Knicks and Pacers is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden in New York.
The Knicks and Pacers faced off three times this season with New York winning the series 2-1. All that is meaningless in the playoffs as teams begin from scratch. New York has home-court advantage for Game 2 before the series shifts to Indiana for Games 3 and 4.
The Knicks can even the series at Madison Square Garden, which seems like a necessity after a brutal Game 1 loss in overtime.
Knicks vs. Pacers radio station
Fans can listen to the Knicks vs. Pacers broadcast live on SiriusXM.
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Knicks vs. Pacers series schedule
(3) Knicks vs. (4) Pacers — Indiana leads 1-0
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21 | Game 1: Pacers 138, Knicks 135 (OT) | — | — |
| May 23 | Game 2 at New York | 8 p.m. | TNT, Sling, TSN |
| 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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