Summary
In a thrilling Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, Tyrese Haliburton’s last-second jumper tied the game for Indiana, leading to a 138-135 overtime victory against New York. The Knicks, despite a 14-point lead with under three minutes left, faltered as Aaron Nesmith’s late three-pointers sparked the Pacers’ comeback, culminating in Andrew Nembhard’s go-ahead basket. Haliburton finished with 31 points and 11 assists, while Jalen Brunson scored 43 for New York, marking a disappointing return to the conference finals for the Knicks after 23 years.
