The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks 4-2 in the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, advancing to their first NBA Finals since 2000. Individual performances throughout the six-game series determined the outcome.
Table of Contents
Series Results Overview
Game-by-Game Results:
- Game 1: Pacers 138, Knicks 135
- Game 2: Knicks 106, Pacers 100
- Game 3: Knicks 106, Pacers 100
- Game 4: Pacers 130, Knicks 121
- Game 5: Knicks 111, Pacers 94
- Game 6: Pacers 125, Knicks 108
Top Performers by Game
Game 4 Record-Breaking Night
Tyrese Haliburton recorded 32 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds without a turnover in the Pacers’ 130-121 victory. He became the first player in playoff history to achieve at least 30 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds without a turnover.
Game 4 Key Stats:
- Tyrese Haliburton: 32 points (11-23 FG, 5-12 3PT), 12 rebounds, 15 assists, 4 steals, 0 turnovers
- Pascal Siakam: 30 points (11-21 FG)
- Jalen Brunson: 31 points for the Knicks
- Karl-Anthony Towns: 24 points and 12 rebounds
Game 6 – Series Clincher
Pascal Siakam won the Larry Bird Trophy as the Eastern Conference Finals MVP after leading the Pacers to a 125-108 victory.
Game 6 Leading Scorers:
- Pascal Siakam: 31 points (game-high)
- Tyrese Haliburton: 21 points, 13 assists
- Obi Toppin: 18 points and six rebounds against his former team
- OG Anunoby: 24 points (Knicks team-high)
Series Statistical Analysis
Complete Player Performance Table
Indiana Pacers – Key Stats
| Player | Games | PPG | RPG | APG | FG% | 3P% | Key Performance |
| Pascal Siakam | 6 | 26.8 | 8.2 | 4.5 | 52% | 38% | Finals MVP, 31 pts Game 6 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 6 | 21.2 | 6.8 | 10.5 | 46% | 35% | Historic 32-15-12 Game 4 |
| Obi Toppin | 6 | 14.5 | 5.8 | 2.2 | 58% | 42% | Strong bench production |
| Myles Turner | 6 | 16.3 | 7.1 | 1.8 | 48% | 32% | Rim protection, 19 pts Game 2 |
| Aaron Nesmith | 6 | 8.7 | 3.4 | 1.5 | 44% | 38% | 3-and-D role player |
New York Knicks – Key Stats
| Player | Games | PPG | RPG | APG | FG% | 3P% | Key Performance |
| Jalen Brunson | 6 | 24.8 | 4.2 | 6.8 | 43% | 28% | 31 pts Game 4, struggled late |
| OG Anunoby | 6 | 18.5 | 5.8 | 2.1 | 47% | 34% | 24 pts Game 6 (team-high) |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 6 | 19.2 | 11.4 | 2.8 | 48% | 31% | Double-double machine |
| Josh Hart | 6 | 12.8 | 8.9 | 4.5 | 46% | 29% | Hustle stats leader |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 6 | 11.2 | 3.1 | 2.8 | 41% | 33% | Sixth man energy |
Head-to-Head Player Matchups
Point Guard Battle: Haliburton vs Brunson
The Jalen Brunson-Tyrese Haliburton matchup took center stage as each looked to enforce his respective team’s tempo.
- Haliburton: Better assist-to-turnover ratio, historic Game 4
- Brunson: Became the 4th player in NBA history to score 40+ in four consecutive playoff games with 5+ assists (in earlier rounds)
Wing Comparison: Siakam vs Anunoby
- Siakam: Superior scoring efficiency and clutch performances
- Anunoby: Strong two-way impact, team-high 24 points in elimination game
Frontcourt Battle: Turner vs Towns
- Turner: Better rim protection and defensive impact
- Towns: Superior rebounding (11.4 vs 7.1 per game)
Indiana Pacers Key Contributors
Pascal Siakam (Eastern Conference Finals MVP)
- Consistent scoring throughout the series
- Game 3: 35 points (15 for 23 from the field)
- Provided veteran leadership and clutch performances
Tyrese Haliburton
- Game 2: 20 points and six assists in loss
- Game 3: 14 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds
- Game 4: Historic 32-15-12 triple-double with zero turnovers
Supporting Cast
- Myles Turner: 19 points in Game 2, 16 points in Game 3
- Obi Toppin: Strong bench production against his former team
New York Knicks Standouts
Jalen Brunson
- Led Knicks scoring in multiple games
- Struggled in fourth quarters during crucial games
Karl-Anthony Towns
- Consistent double-double production
- 24 points and 12 rebounds in Game 4
OG Anunoby
- Team-high 24 points in elimination Game 6
Series Turning Points
Game 4 Momentum Shift
The Knicks had 17 turnovers as a team in their Game 4 loss, allowing the Pacers to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. Haliburton started assertively, scoring 15 points in the opening quarter while dealing six assists.
Pacers’ Balanced Attack
The Pacers shot 51 percent from the field in Game 4, showcasing their offensive efficiency throughout the series.
Historical Context
The Pacers lost to the Lakers in 2000 in their only previous NBA Finals appearance. This 2025 Eastern Conference Finals victory marked their return to the championship stage after 25 years.
The statistical breakdown shows how Indiana’s combination of Haliburton’s playmaking, Siakam’s scoring, and balanced team performance overcame New York’s efforts in this competitive six-game series.
Conclusion
The Knicks vs Pacers match player stats reveal Indiana’s 4-2 series victory was built on superior efficiency and depth. Haliburton’s historic Game 4 triple-double (32-15-12 with zero turnovers) and Siakam’s Finals MVP performance (26.8 PPG, 52% shooting) led the way. The Pacers’ statistical advantages in three-point shooting (36.8% vs 30.4%), ball control (12.5 vs 15.8 turnovers), and bench production (38.5 vs 31.2 PPG) proved decisive in securing their first Finals appearance since 2000.