Knicks and Pacers Set for Round 9 in Their Playoff Rivalry

The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are set to face off in the Eastern Conference Finals, marking the ninth playoff meeting between the two teams. The winner of this series will advance to the NBA Finals. This matchup is notable as both teams have a history of intense playoff encounters, with the Knicks eliminating the defending champion Boston Celtics in the previous round and the Pacers defeating the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers. Game 1 is scheduled for tonight at Madison Square Garden.