The Indiana Pacers secured their spot in the Eastern Conference Finals after defeating the New York Knicks in a thrilling Game 7 with a score of 130-109. The Pacers' impressive performance was marked by their exceptional shooting, as they set an NBA playoff record for highest field goal percentage (67.1%) in the game.
The Pacers' victory came after a heated rivalry between the two teams, with Reggie Miller trolling Knicks fans on social media following their loss. The Knicks had led the series 2-0 but were unable to maintain their momentum due to injuries and strong play from the Pacers.
Jalen Brunson fractured his left hand in Game 7, adding to the Knicks' injury woes. Josh Hart, who was heckled by MSG crowd during Game 2, had a standout performance for the Pacers with 26 points. Tyrese Haliburton also contributed significantly with his all-around play.
The Pacers' dominance on the court was evident as they held a commanding lead of 70-55 at halftime and finished the game shooting 19-for-25 off passes. The team's victory marked their first appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals in over a decade.
Reggie Miller, a Pacers legend and longtime rival of the Knicks, took to Instagram to celebrate his team's win and troll Knicks fans with references to past incidents between them. The Pacers' social media accounts also joined in on the trolling, further fueling the rivalry between the two teams.
The Eastern Conference Finals are set to begin against the Celtics, with both teams looking forward to a challenging and exciting series.