Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Prediction 5/29/25 NBA Picks
- Lee Shipley
- 5 days ago
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New York Knicks (51-31) vs Indiana Pacers (50-32)
Game Info: Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 8:00 pm (Madison Square Garden)
Betting Odds: New York Knicks -4.5 -- Over/Under: 222.5
On Thursday night, the Eastern Conference Finals intensify as the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks clash in a pivotal Game 5 at Madison Square Garden. This highly anticipated battle directly leads to the necessity of a comprehensive analysis, which will be provided in this article. Specifically, we will offer a detailed Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks prediction, culminating in an informed pick for this crucial matchup.
Matchup/League Facts
The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (7.0).
The Knicks rank 27th in the league for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (34.1).
The Pacers rank 29th in the league for offensive rebounds per game this season (9.2).
The Pacers rank 2nd in the league for Q4 points per game this season (29.3)
The Indiana Pacers Team Preview!
The Indiana Pacers have seized control of the Eastern Conference Finals, taking a commanding 3-1 series lead after a decisive 130-121 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 4 on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Tyrese Haliburton was the undisputed star of the night, delivering a monstrous triple-double with 32 points, 12 rebounds, and 15 assists, a performance that cemented his dominance. Pascal Siakam added 30 points, while Bennedict Mathurin provided a significant spark off the bench with 20 points, despite a quiet night from other reserves like Andrew Nembhard.
The Pacers impressive shooting from the field (51%) and beyond the arc (13 of 32 from three-point range) allowed them to explode for 43 points in the first quarter and maintain their lead, putting them just one win away from the NBA Finals.
The New York Knicks Team Preview!
The New York Knicks faced an uphill battle in Game 4, largely due to allowing the Indiana Pacers to score 43 points in a dismal first quarter. Despite efforts from Jalen Brunson, who led the team with 31 points and five assists, and Karl-Anthony Towns, who contributed 24 points and 12 rebounds, the Knicks were consistently playing from behind.
They shot 46% from the field and made 12 of 28 three-pointers, but a slow start left them chasing the game. Josh Hart struggled with only 12 points, 11 rebounds, and five turnovers before fouling out. Although the Knicks displayed resilience and avoided a blowout, they ultimately couldn't overcome their early deficit, never truly recovering after falling behind by 15 points in the fourth quarter.
The Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks Game Prediction!
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