The New York Knicks suffered a crushing defeat to the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, falling behind by 17 points in the fourth quarter and ultimately losing 111-107. This marks the first time the Knicks have blown a lead of that magnitude in a playoff game since 1998.
Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton stole the show with a dramatic three-pointer at the buzzer, which put the ball through the back iron and sent the crowd into frenzy. However, it was his cheeky response to a Reggie Miller impression during the game that left many in awe.
The Pacers took control of the contest after the Knicks’ collapse, led by Pascal Siakam’s 39 points and timely three-pointers. The Knicks fought back with a late surge, but ultimately couldn’t overcome the deficit.
For the Knicks, it’s now a 2-0 series deficit, which could spell disaster if they fail to respond quickly. Jalen Brunson had a remarkable performance with 36 points and 11 assists, but it wasn’t enough to stem the tide.
Game 3 is set for Sunday in Indiana, where the Pacers will look to build on their momentum. The Knicks will need to regroup and find a way to overcome this crushing defeat if they hope to remain competitive in the series.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/sports/pacers-game-1-heros-girlfriend-takes-shot-knicks-after-playoff-collapse