The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks will meet at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The game starts at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on TNT. This is the fifth game of the Eastern Conference Finals in the NBA Playoffs. The Pacers lead the series 3-1 and have an 11-3 record in the playoffs. In their last game, they won 130-121 against the Knicks. Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam were key players, scoring 32 and 30 points, respectively. The Knicks have a 9-7 playoff record. They lost their last game against the Pacers by 9 points. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns were top performers, with Brunson scoring 31 points and Towns adding 24 points and 12 rebounds.
Knicks Preview
The New York Knicks are in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Their postseason record is 9-7. They have a strong away record of 6-2, but their home record is 3-5. In their last 10 games, they have gone 5-5.
Tom Thibodeau is the head coach of the Knicks. During the regular season, the team had a record of 51-31. They ranked 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division. Their home record was 27-14.
Jalen Brunson has been a key player in the postseason. He averages 29.9 points per game, which is the highest in the league. Karl-Anthony Towns is also performing well, with 21.2 points and 11.4 rebounds per game. Josh Hart contributes with 12.0 points and 8.9 rebounds per game.
In recent games, the Knicks lost to the Pacers by 9 points in Game 4. They won Game 3 by 6 points. In Game 2, they lost by 5 points. The Knicks aim to improve their home performance as they continue in the playoffs.
Pacers Preview
The Indiana Pacers are in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. They have a postseason record of 11-3. Their home record stands at 5-2. The team is led by Head Coach Rick Carlisle.
In the regular season, the Pacers had a record of 50-32. They ranked 4th in the Eastern Conference. Their home record was 29-12. They were 2nd in the Central Division.
Offensively, the Pacers averaged 118.5 points per game. They led the league in field goal percentage at 50.0%. They also ranked 1st in assists per game with 28.5. Their three-point percentage was 39.7%, also the best in the league.
Defensively, the Pacers allowed 113.8 points per game. They ranked 15th in points allowed. The team was 5th in field goal percentage allowed at 44.9%. They also ranked 6th in three-point percentage allowed, holding opponents to 34.1%.
Statistical Breakdown for Knicks vs Pacers
The game between the Knicks and Pacers will likely be shaped by their offensive and defensive stats. The Pacers excel in scoring and shooting efficiency, while the Knicks have a strong defense. The Knicks’ ability to limit the Pacers’ scoring could be key. The Pacers’ high field goal percentage and assists per game will challenge the Knicks’ defense.
- Pacers Points Per Game: 118.5 (2nd)
- Pacers Field Goal Percentage: 50.0% (1st)
- Pacers Assists Per Game: 28.5 (1st)
- Knicks Points Per Game Allowed: 109.6 (12th)
- Knicks Field Goal Percentage Allowed: 45.1% (7th)
- Knicks Assists Per Game Allowed: 21.3 (5th)
Betting Insights
The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks are set for an exciting game with intriguing betting angles. The Pacers have shown strength against the spread (ATS) in the postseason, especially on the road. Meanwhile, the Knicks have struggled at home but have been solid as underdogs. Both teams have trends worth noting, which could impact betting decisions. Here are the top five betting insights for this game:
- Pacers have a 6-1 ATS record on the road in the 2025 postseason.
- Pacers are 7-2 ATS as underdogs in the 2025 postseason.
- Knicks have a 6-2 ATS record on the road in the 2025 postseason.
- Pacers have hit the over in 8 of their 14 postseason games.
- Knicks have a 1-game over streak in the postseason.
Free Betting Prediction for Knicks vs Pacers
The Knicks have struggled at home during the postseason, with a 3-5 record. Despite this, they are favored in this game. Jalen Brunson’s scoring and Karl-Anthony Towns’ presence in the paint will be vital. The Knicks need to improve their home performance to stay competitive.
The Pacers have been strong on the road, with a 6-1 ATS record. Their offense is efficient, leading the league in field goal percentage and assists. If they maintain their shooting accuracy, they could challenge the Knicks’ defense. The Pacers’ ability to score will be a key factor.
Considering the Pacers’ strong road performance and efficient offense, they have a good chance to cover the spread. The Knicks’ home struggles could continue unless they find a way to limit the Pacers’ scoring. The game could be close, but the Pacers’ road success gives them an edge.
- Our Free Prediction: Pacers +4.0
