The Indiana Pacers stunned Madison Square Garden with a historic 138-135 overtime victory over the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.
Tyrese Haliburton delivered a masterclass performance with 31 points and 11 assists, while Aaron Nesmith caught fire in the 4th quarter with six massive threes. Despite Jalen Brunson’s explosive 43-point outing for the Knicks, the Pacers roared back from a 17-point deficit to steal the win.
In this full game recap, we break down the quarter-by-quarter highlights, key plays, clutch moments, and the drama that unfolded in this instant classic.
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