The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are clashing once more in the playoffs, with a coveted NBA Finals spot at stake. Historically, the Knicks and Pacers rivalry is enriching this phase of the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, with the Pacers currently holding a 2-1 lead. However, the Knicks created significant momentum following their dramatic comeback victory in Game 3, overcoming a 20-point deficit to triumph in Indiana.

Game 4 has been scheduled for Tuesday night.

The Knicks have made their first appearance in the East finals since 2000, having ousted the reigning champions, the Boston Celtics, in the previous round after six games. Their playoff journey also included dismissing the Detroit Pistons in six games. Jalen Brunson has been exceptional throughout the playoffs, averaging 28.8 points in this postseason, shining particularly during the fourth quarters.

The Pacers reached this stage by eliminating the Milwaukee Bucks and the Cleveland Cavaliers in five games. Last year, they defeated the Knicks in the second round and made it to the Eastern Conference finals, only to be swept by the Celtics.

The Pacers haven’t graced the NBA Finals since 2000, a season where they triumphed over the Knicks in the East finals. Conversely, the Knicks last appeared in the NBA Finals back in 1999, during which they also defeated the Pacers to reach that stage.

Complete schedule for the Eastern Conference Finals:

• All times Eastern

• Game 1: Pacers 138, Knicks 135 (OT)
• Game 2: Pacers 114, Knicks 109
• Game 3: Pacers 106, Knicks 100 – Indiana leads 2-1
• Game 4: Tuesday, May 27 | Knicks vs. Pacers | 8 p.m., TNT/Max
• Game 5: Thursday, May 29 | Pacers vs. Knicks | 8 p.m., TNT/Max
• Game 6: Saturday, May 31 | Knicks vs. Pacers | 8 p.m., TNT/Max
• Game 7: Monday, June 2 | Pacers vs. Knicks | 8 p.m., TNT/Max

Knicks vs. Pacers Odds

Odds via FanDuel

• Series odds: Pacers -220, Knicks +184
• Game 4 odds: Pacers -2.5, O/U 221

Knicks vs. Pacers: Game 4 Best Bet

Coming before Tuesday’s Game 4.