
Knicks to Face Pacers in 2025 Eastern Conference Finals Schedule
The New York Knicks are set to face the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, beginning Wednesday after their victory over the Boston Celtics.
Knicks vs. Pacers: Eastern Conference Finals Overview
The Eastern Conference finals will feature the New York Knicks taking on the Indiana Pacers, starting Wednesday. The Knicks secured their place by defeating the defending champions, the Boston Celtics, cementing their return to the conference finals for the first time since 2000.
The Pacers, who are entering their second consecutive conference finals, overcame the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round. Historically, the Pacers and Knicks faced off in the East finals in 2000, where the Pacers triumphed.
NBA Playoffs Schedule
All times Eastern
Sunday, May 18
Game 7: Thunder vs. Nuggets, 3:30 PM, ABC
Tuesday, May 20
Game 1: Thunder/Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, 8:30 PM, ESPN
Wednesday, May 21
Game 1: Knicks vs. Pacers, 8 PM, TNT/Max
Friday, May 23
Game 2: Knicks vs. Pacers, 8 PM, TNT/Max
Monday, June 2
Game 7: Knicks vs. Pacers, 8 PM, TNT/Max
Key Dates for 2025 NBA Playoffs
- April 15-18: Play-In Tournament
- April 19: Playoffs commence
- May 20-21: Conference finals commence
- June 5: NBA Finals begin