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Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pacers' 6-word message after winning ECF for first time in 25 years
The post Pacers' 6-word message after winning ECF for first time in 25 years appeared first on ClutchPoints. Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers are on Cloud Nine after beating the New York Knicks 125-108 in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals to advance to the NBA Finals. Advertisement Going into the game, the Pacers led 3-2 in the series. However, they were coming off a disappointing loss in Game 5 on the road. This put a lot of pressure on them to close out the series on their homecourt, meaning they had everything to lose on Saturday. Fortunately for Indiana fans, their team was up to the challenge. After trading blows in the first half, the Pacers used a 34-23 display in the third quarter to take a double-digit lead, getting all the distance they needed to secure the win and the series. After the game ended, the Pacers' social media account only needed six words to express their accomplishment on the post. 'WE'RE GOING TO THE NBA FINALS,' the account exclaimed. What's next for Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images It's a huge milestone for Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers, bringing the franchise back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000. Advertisement Indiana refused to let New York get the better of them. Their offense lit up the nets throughout the course of the game, making 54.1% of their total shots, including 51.5% from beyond the arc. They also forced 17 turnovers from the Knicks, making sure their performance on both sides of the ball was the best it could be. Seven players scored in double-digits on Indiana's behalf in the win. Pascal Siakam won East Finals MVP as he finished with 31 points, five rebounds, three assists, and three blocks. He shot 10-of-18 from the field, including 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, and 8-of-11 from the free-throw line. Tyrese Haliburton came next with 21 points and 13 assists, while Obi Toppin had 18 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Andrew Nembhard provided 14 points, eight assists and six steals. The Pacers will prepare for Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. They face the Oklahoma City Thunder on June 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET.
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Basketball-Knicks fire Thibodeau after Eastern Conference defeat
FILE PHOTO: May 31, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau looks on prior to game six of the eastern conference finals against the Indiana Pacers for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images/File Photo NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Knicks have fired head coach Tom Thibodeau, the team said on Tuesday, days after they were eliminated in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers. Thibodeau led New York to the playoffs in four out of the five seasons he was in charge, getting the team to the penultimate stage of the postseason for the first time in a quarter century this year. "Our organization is singularly focused on winning a championship for our fans. This pursuit led us to the difficult decision to inform Tom Thibodeau that we've decided to move in another direction,' Knicks President Leon Rose said in a statement. "We can't thank Tom enough for pouring his heart and soul into each and every day of being the New York Knicks head coach." The NBA Finals kick off on Thursday with the Pacers playing the Oklahoma City Thunder. (Reporting by Amy Tennery in New York; Editing by Toby Davis)
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Knicks fire Thibodeau after Eastern Conference defeat
FILE PHOTO: May 31, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau looks on prior to game six of the eastern conference finals against the Indiana Pacers for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images/File Photo REUTERS NEW YORK - The New York Knicks have fired head coach Tom Thibodeau, the team said on Tuesday, days after they were eliminated in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers. Thibodeau led New York to the playoffs in four out of the five seasons he was in charge, getting the team to the penultimate stage of the postseason for the first time in a quarter century this year. "Our organization is singularly focused on winning a championship for our fans. This pursuit led us to the difficult decision to inform Tom Thibodeau that we've decided to move in another direction,' Knicks President Leon Rose said in a statement. "We can't thank Tom enough for pouring his heart and soul into each and every day of being the New York Knicks head coach." The NBA Finals kick off on Thursday with the Pacers playing the Oklahoma City Thunder. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
New NBA rumor claims Giannis Antetokounmpo trade wishlist consists of 5 ‘glamour' teams, including the Knicks
A new NBA rumor suggests that if Giannis Antetokounmpo does request a trade this summer, he wants to go to one of several big-market teams, including the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers. For the third straight season, the Milwaukee Bucks were ousted in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The series defeat to the Indiana Pacers has only intensified speculation that the team's top star could ask for an escape from Wisconsin, and where could he go? Well, veteran NBA insider Howard Beck claimed this week that specific cities will be high on the two-time MVP's wish list. Giannis Antetokounmpo stats (2024-25): 30.4 PPG, 11.9 RPG, 6.5 APG, 0.9 SPG, 1.2 BPG Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images So that would mean the New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers, and Miami Heat would be the top contenders for the nine-time All-Star. And all of them make sense for different reasons. Advertisement The Knicks have been linked to Antetokounmpo for some time. And if they don't reach the Eastern Conference Finals this month, they could look to shake things up. They don't have the draft assets. But have high-level players like OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Mikal Bridges that could go back in a deal. The Nets reportedly want Antetokounmpo and have the draft picks to interest Milwaukee. And if just being in New York is key for the NBA great, the Nets have to be taken seriously. If LeBron James sticks around, the Lakers would seem like a long shot. Because the team has so much money wrapped up in him and Luka Doncic. However, maybe they feel the tax penalties are worth it to have three superstars at once. The Clippers are intriguing. They have an elite coach and some nice pieces. But James Harden could leave in free agency, and Kawhi Leonard's long injury history makes him hard to rely on. Also Read:: Updated 2025 NBA Playoffs power rankings: Where do Knicks and Nuggets land after Game 1 upset wins?
Indianapolis Star
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks photos in Game 3 of NBA playoffs
Trevor Ruszkowski, Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trevor Ruszkowski, Imagn Images Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) is defended by Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) during Game 2 of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Trevor Ruszkowski, Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
