Knicks Fight Back as Eastern Conference Finals Head to Indiana for Game 6
Madison Square Garden was electric on May 29, 2025, as the New York Knicks refused to let their season end, slicing into the Indiana Pacers' series lead with a decisive 111-94 win. The victory added new energy to what was shaping up to be a near-finished series, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as the action heads back to Indiana for Game 6.
The Knicks, down 3-1 and staring down potential elimination, needed a hero—and Jalen Brunson didn’t shy away from the moment. He dropped 32 points on a scorching 12-for-18 shooting while orchestrating the offense with his typical blend of poise and aggression. Karl-Anthony Towns battled through foul trouble to give a big-time lift, chipping in 24 points and pulling down 13 rebounds, helping the Knicks control the pace and the boards for most of the night.
Indiana, who looked so comfortable after Game 4’s blowout, never found a rhythm in Game 5. Tyrese Haliburton, usually the catalyst for their offense, managed just eight points on seven shot attempts—a stark contrast to his explosive outing one game before. Lacking their usual punch, the Pacers struggled to generate quality looks, particularly when New York’s defense ramped up its pressure and physicality in the second half.
The win means the Pacers still hold a narrow 3-2 lead—a margin that leaves both teams with everything to play for. Game 6, set for June 1 in Indiana, promises sky-high stakes as the Knicks look to tie things up and force a winner-take-all Game 7. The Pacers, meanwhile, want no part of a return trip to MSG and will try to finish the job at home.
How to Watch the NBA Playoffs and What Lies Ahead
If you’re eager to catch the action, NBA postseason games are typically shown across several major platforms. Fans can tune in via NBA Playoffs broadcasts on ESPN or ABC, which are available with most cable packages and via select streaming services. NBA League Pass also offers streaming coverage, although blackout rules may apply, and local affiliates often carry games as well. If you’re looking to watch Game 6, check your local listings or official NBA outlets well ahead of tip-off.
This year’s Eastern Conference clash has been a wild ride, with storylines shifting nearly every quarter. The winner of this series will go on to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, beginning June 5. Expectations are already high for a showdown loaded with playoff talent and fresh matchups.
For now, fans in New York and Indiana are bracing for another dramatic swing in a series that—just days ago—was teetering on the edge of a quick finish. There’s no telling which version of these teams will show up for Game 6, but after what went down at Madison Square Garden, it’s clear both sides still have plenty of fight left.