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See our best Indiana Pacers photos from the 2025 NBA playoffs and finals
Grace Smith Grace Hollars Mykal McEldowney Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) holds up the Eastern Conference Championship trophy on Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) puts on a championships hat Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks to at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Chrisitne Tannous/IndyStar Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) pushes to the net past Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) and Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) onSaturday, April 19, 2025, during a playoff game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant (3) is tangled up by the against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, May 9, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) and forward Pascal Siakam (43) celebrate during the first half Sunday, May 11, 2025, of Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 129-109. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) celebrates with fans as he walks off the court following of Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 114-105. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) shoots and scores against the New York Knicks, sending the game into overtime during the second half of Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Pacers defeated the Knicks 138-135. Christine Tannous/IndyStar New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) goes up for a basket against Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 130-121. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) reacts after the Pacers defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-105 in Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers fans yell in excitement during team introductions Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) and guard Josh Hart (3) guard Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) as he shoots the ball during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Teammates celebrate with Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) after he scores against the New York Knicks, sending the game into overtime during the second half of Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Pacers defeated the Knicks 138-135. Christine Tannous/IndyStar New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) is tripped up driving to the basket Sunday, May 25, 2025, by the Indiana Pacers during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) is grabbed by Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) and Indiana Pacers forward James Johnson (16) after an altercation Tuesday, April 22, 2025, during a playoff game against the Bucks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The altercation included Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) and Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5). Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) lays on the floor injured Sunday, May 25, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) celebrate Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 130-121. Grace Smith/IndyStar Fans attempt to distract a New York Knicks free throw Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 130-121. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) and Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) react during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half Sunday, May 11, 2025, of Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Douglas Pankop II reacts to the action Thursday, May 29, 2025, during a watch party at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) rushes onto the court Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) hugs Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) on Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks to at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Chrisitne Tannous/IndyStar New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) guards Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) during the first half of Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) hangs his hands from the net Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) falls over New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the first half of Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers fan Bryce Clouse grabs his seat early Friday, May 9, 2025, ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin (00) and center Myles Turner (33) guard New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) as he shoots the ball during the first half of Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Pacers defeated the Knicks 130-121. Christine Tannous/IndyStar The New York Knicks' starting lineup is introduced before Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar
Global News
03-05-2025
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- Global News
Lethbridge Hurricanes reflect on 2024/25 season
Following a stellar, NHL-best regular season, the Winnipeg Jets are battling the St. Louis Blues in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and an unlikely reinforcement has been recalled to their roster. Brayden Yager tallied 84 points in 54 regular season games for the Lethbridge Hurricanes and Moose Jaw Warriors this season in the Western Hockey League. However, following the Hurricanes' season ending at the hands of the Medicine Hat Tigers, Yager was called up to his NHL squad. It's a bright spot on a campaign filled with big trades, big wins and big losses. The Hurricanes went all in this season, coming up short in the Eastern Conference Championship against their Highway 3 rivals. 'Extremely proud of every guy in that room for the effort we put in over the year. Very proud to be teammates with them,' said Logan McCutcheon, a fifth-year defenceman for the Hurricanes. Story continues below advertisement He spent his entire WHL career in Lethbridge, crediting the team, city and fans with helping him grow as both a player and person. 'It's been an unbelievable five years and I can't thank everyone enough.' Tweet This Click to share quote on Twitter: "It's been an unbelievable five years and I can't thank everyone enough." Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy He was one the allotted players at age 20 on the roster, meaning his time in Lethbridge has come to an end. 'I'll look back at (Lethbridge) extremely positively. That's a lot thanks to the people, the management, staff, my teammates, everybody. I think that they've made my time here extremely special.' McCutcheon's future will soon be made clear, with the team preparing an exciting announcement for next week. However, he's not the only player who already laced up his skates for the final time in the league. 'I have countless memories. Lots of friendships made, lifelong friendships that I still text, still reach out from people that I played with in my first year. So, just all the friendships you make, all the memories you make along the way, I think it's huge,' said forward Brayden Edwards. In 65 regular season games, Edwards put up 77 points this season, helping lead the team to their deepest playoff run since 2018. He says he's proud of where the team finished, even if the ultimate goal to win the Memorial Cup wasn't achieved. Story continues below advertisement 'Obviously (Medicine Hat is) one of the top teams in the league, so defending their top line and their top guys is tough. We struggled a bit with that, but thought we put up a good fight, especially in the last two games.' The team's head coach, Bill Peters, says it's tough to lose these players, but he's happy to have been able to work with them. 'Some guys are aging out, 20-year-olds are leaving, some 19-year-olds are turning pro and you have to continue to develop. It's not a linear process, it's one where you have to dig in, then you plateau a little bit, then you dig in again and you have to continue to get better and be open-minded. Our guys were really open to being coached and did a good job.' One of the leaders of the Hurricanes this season was captain Noah Chadwick, a prospect in the Toronto Maple Leafs system. He says it was an honour to wear the 'C' on his chest this year. 'We definitely took a step in the right direction and I'm happy to have been a part in leading the team there.' However, he says the fans who filled the Arena deserve all the credit for an incredible season. 'Thank you to every fan and everyone in this city for making it special, not only for me, but for everyone.' Tweet This Click to share quote on Twitter: "Thank you to every fan and everyone in this city for making it special, not only for me, but for everyone."
Winnipeg Free Press
30-04-2025
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- Winnipeg Free Press
OHL playoffs: Torrance scores in double OT as Generals tip Colts 7-6, lead series 3-0
OSHAWA – Luke Torrance scored at 8:44 of the second overtime period and lifted the Oshawa Generals to a 7-6 victory over the visiting Barrie Colts in Ontario Hockey League playoff action on Tuesday night at Tribute Communities Centre. Colby Barlow had two goals and an assist for the Generals, who grabbed a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Championship series. The Generals won the first two games in Barrie by scores of 3-1 and 7-1. Brooks Rogowski, Beckett Sennecke, Noah Powell and Owen Griffin also scored for the Generals, who outshot the visitors 50-40. Luca Marrelli and Sennecke each had two assists. Riley Patterson scored twice for the Colts, who led 6-5 with 65 seconds left in the third period. Anthony Romani, Cole Beaudoin, Owen Van Steensel and Kashawn Aitcheson netted singles. Brad Gardine and Romani chipped in with two assists apiece. The Generals went 1-for-3 on the power play, while the Colts were 0-for-2. Game 4 is Thursday in Oshawa. * This roundup was generated automatically with a CP-developed application. This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 29, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
28-04-2025
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- Winnipeg Free Press
OHL playoffs: Julien leads charge for hot Knights in 6-2 win over Rangers
LONDON – Jacob Julien had two goals and two assists as the London Knights beat the visiting Kitchener Rangers 6-2 in Ontario Hockey League playoff action on Sunday at Canada Life Place. Jesse Nurmi, Cam Allen, Blake Montgomery and Oliver Bonk also scored for the Knights, who took a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven Western Conference Championship. Henry Brzustewicz and Jared Woolley each chipped in with two assists. Trent Swick and Luca Romano scored for the Rangers, who were outshot 41-25 and trailed 2-0 after the first period and 4-2 heading into the third. The Rangers lost Friday's series opener 5-2. Both teams went 1-for-4 on the power play. Game 3 in the series is Monday in Kitchener, Ont. Elsewhere in the OHL playoffs on Sunday: — GENERALS 7 COLTS 1 (Oshawa leads best-of-seven Eastern Conference Championship 2-0) BARRIE, Ont. — Beckett Sennecke had three goals and an assist, netminder Jacob Oster made 31 saves, and the visiting Oshawa Generals whipped the Barrie Colts 7-1 to grab a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Championship. Andrew Gibson scored twice, while Colby Barlow and Luca Marrelli each had a goal and three assists for the Generals, who led 2-0 after the first period and 5-0 heading into the third. Owen Van Steensel scored a power-play goal late in the third period for the Colts. The Generals, who outshot the Colts 41-32, went 3-for-7 on the power play. The Colts were 1-for-3 with the man advantage. Oshawa, which won Friday's series opener 3-1 in Barrie, hosts Game 3 on Tuesday. * This roundup was generated automatically with a CP-developed application. This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 27, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
27-04-2025
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- Winnipeg Free Press
WHL playoffs: Pickford, McKenna pace Tigers to 7-2 win over ‘Canes, lead series 2-0
MEDICINE HAT – Bryce Pickford had two goals and two assists, Gavin McKenna had five helpers, and the Medicine Hat Tigers whipped the visiting Lethbridge Hurricanes 7-2 in Western Hockey League playoff action on Saturday night at Co-op Place. Oasiz Wiesblatt also scored twice for the Tigers, who lead the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Championship series 2-0. The Tigers won Friday's opener 5-2. Josh Van Mulligen, Liam Ruck and Misha Volotovskii also scored for the Tigers, who led 3-0 after the first period and 7-0 heading into the third. Kooper Gizowski and Anthony Wilson scored third-period goals for the Hurricanes, who were outshot 29-22. The Tigers went 3-for-5 on the power play, while the Hurricanes were 0-for-4. Game 3 in the series is Tuesday in Lethbridge, Alta. POKE CHECKS: The Spokane Chiefs, who whipped the visiting Portland Winterhawks 10-4 on Friday, will look to take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven Western Conference Championship series when they host Game 2 on Sunday. … This year's Memorial Cup is in Rimouski, Que., from May 22 to June 1. * This roundup was generated automatically with a CP-developed application. This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 26, 2025.
