The Knicks looked every bit like legitimate title contenders in their decisive Game 6 victory over the Boston Celtics. And if that version of New York shows up again in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers,

The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are reigniting their playoff rivalry in the 2025 Eastern Conference finals. Both teams are looking for their first NBA Finals appearance in more than two decades.

The New York Knicks will face the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals for the right to represent the East in the 2025 NBA Finals.