Knicks Force Game 6 With 111-94 Win Over Pacers in Eastern Conference Finals

The New York Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers 111-94 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, cutting the series deficit to 3-2 and forcing a Game 6 in Indiana. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 32 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 24 points and 13 rebounds despite a bruised left knee. The Knicks' defense limited Tyrese Haliburton, who had a historic triple-double in Game 4, to just eight points and six assists, holding the Pacers to their lowest scoring output of the postseason at 40.5% shooting. The Pacers struggled with turnovers and rebounding, while the Knicks capitalized with strong performances from role players like Mikal Bridges and Josh Hart. Knicks fans chanted for a Game 7 comeback, as New York aims to become the 14th team to overcome a 3-1 series deficit in conference finals history. The series now shifts to Indiana for Game 6, where the Pacers will attempt to clinch their first NBA Finals appearance since 2000.