Knicks vs. Pacers Game 4: A Do-or-Die Eastern Conference Finals Clash
The tension in Madison Square Garden is thick as the New York Knicks find themselves down 3-1 in the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers. Indiana's 130-121 win in Game 4 didn’t just put them on the brink of a Finals berth; it cranked up the pressure on a Knicks roster refusing to go quietly. It’s the first time since 2000 that these two teams have met at this deep stage, reviving one of the league’s most famous rivalries.
Let’s talk about how we got here. The Pacers, powered by Tyrese Haliburton, have blended speed, ball movement, and some timely shooting to outpace New York. Haliburton's presence and poise as a floor general were clear as he led Indiana’s offense with a mix of crafty assists and big buckets in Game 4. Myles Turner and Benedict Mathurin added crucial scoring, making life tough for the Knicks all night.
On the other side, Jalen Brunson continues to scrape and hustle, trying to keep New York alive. The Knicks have had moments of brilliance, including their dramatic second-round upset over the defending champs, the Boston Celtics. Still, they're running out of rope. Wednesday night’s Game 5 looms large—a win for New York means hope is still alive; a loss, and summer arrives early in Manhattan.
Where to Watch Game 4: Live Stream and TV Details
No hoops fan wants to miss this make-or-break moment. Here’s where you can catch the action:
- TNT/Max: The main home for Eastern Conference Finals coverage, airing every play and every whistle in real time.
- fuboTV: If you’re a cord-cutter, fuboTV carries TNT along with ESPN, so you don't need cable to catch live playoff basketball.
- NBA League Pass: Usually for out-of-market games, but if you’re traveling or outside your local broadcast zone, this is a reliable (if sometimes delayed) way to watch.
The Pacers have some recent history on their side. After dispatching the East’s best, the Cleveland Cavaliers, they look more than ready for a title run. Old heads will remember when Indiana rode a rugged team past the Knicks 25 years ago. New faces like Haliburton seem keen to carve out their own chapter.
New York, meanwhile, is fighting against both the scoreboard and recent history. They’ll lean on Brunson’s scoring and leadership, but they’ll also need big performances from role players who have been quiet lately. The Garden crowd remains as rowdy as ever and will do its part to rattle the Pacers—if only the team can channel that energy where it matters most.
The drama is all set. With each possession feeling bigger than the last, Game 4 won’t just decide who stays alive—it could signal a changing of the guard in the East. One thing is certain: the road to the NBA Finals just hit a new level of intensity.