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Pacers Stun Knicks in Overtime Thriller to Take Game 1 of Eastern Conference Finals

Tyrese Haliburton's clutch performance leads the Pacers to a 138-135 overtime victory against the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.


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In a dramatic Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, the Indiana Pacers overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat the New York Knicks 138-135 in overtime. Tyrese Haliburton scored 31 points, including a game-tying jumper that sent the game into overtime. Aaron Nesmith contributed significantly with 30 points, hitting multiple crucial three-pointers in the final minutes. The Knicks, led by Jalen Brunson's 43 points, failed to maintain their lead, marking a historic collapse as they became the first team to lose after leading by 14 points or more in the final minutes of a playoff game since 1997.

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The articles highlight a thrilling NBA playoff game where the Pacers made a stunning comeback against the Knicks.

The Pacers' resilience and skill are celebrated, contrasting with the Knicks' historic collapse and missed opportunities.

Fans express disappointment and frustration over the Knicks' inability to maintain their lead in a crucial game.

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Haliburton and Pacers stun Knicks with wild comeback in Game 1 of East finals
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…The Pacers now hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series after pulling off one of the most improbable finishes in NBA playoff history."

How the Knicks Lost Game 1 Against the Pacers
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Because here’s an incredible statistic: over the past 27 postseasons, teams that led by 14 or more points in the final 2:50 of the fourth quarter were 970-0."

Knicks blow 14-point lead with 3 minutes left in regulation, lose in OT to Pacers in Game 1 of Eastern Conference finals
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…It was a thrilling start to the ninth playoff matchup between these fierce rivals from the 1990s — but a deflating finish for the Knicks in their first Eastern Conference finals game since 2000."

Knicks choke in the Garden again. Pacers finish miracle comeback behind 3-pointers
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"…The Pacers seemed to be finished when they allowed the Knicks to go on a 14-0 run while Brunson was on the bench with five fouls early in the fourth quarter."

Choke! Haliburton brings back memory of Pacers' postseason past in front of Reggie Miller
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"…Haliburton ran toward the crowd along the sideline with his hands around his neck after hitting a long jumper as time expired in regulation Wednesday night."

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