In a nail-biting climax, the Indiana Pacers stunned the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their playoff series, sealing the victory with a dramatic final 2 minutes that left fans at Madison Square Garden breathless. The Pacers emerged victorious with a final score of 108-104, taking a commanding 2-0 series lead.
With just 4.2 seconds left on the clock, Miles Turner stepped to the free-throw line and sank a crucial shot, pushing Indiana’s lead to four points. The atmosphere was electric, a mix of hope and despair among the Knicks supporters as they watched their team falter in the closing moments. Jalen Brunson had been the spark for New York, rallying the team with a series of clutch plays, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Pacers’ relentless defense.
The final minutes were a whirlwind of tension. The Knicks, down by five, rallied with a powerful 9-0 run led by Brunson, but Indiana’s resilience was palpable. The Pacers executed their game plan flawlessly, with Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam making key contributions. As the clock ticked down, a last-ditch effort to tie the game fell short when Brunson’s three-pointer clanked off the rim, sealing the Knicks’ fate.
The loss puts New York in a precarious position as they head into Game 3, facing the daunting challenge of overcoming a two-game deficit. The Pacers, now 10-2 in the playoffs and undefeated in their last six road games, have established themselves as serious contenders. With the series shifting to Indiana, the Knicks must regroup quickly if they hope to turn the tide. The stakes have never been higher, and the pressure is mounting as the playoffs intensify.