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Knicks vs. Pacers: Predictions, odds, TV schedule for Eastern Conference Semifinals series
The New York Knicks are gearing up to host the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden for a crucial Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. With the Knicks leading the series 1-0, the Pacers look to bounce back and even the series.
In Game 1, the Knicks’ collective effort led them to a 121-117 victory over the Pacers. Jalen Brunson‘s 43 points were instrumental, making him the fourth player in NBA history to score 40 or more points in four consecutive playoff games. Josh Hart also played a crucial role, contributing to New York’s success with a career-high of 24 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists.
The Indiana Pacers will play against the New York Knicks on Wednesday, May 8 at 8 p.m. ET.
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East Semifinals: Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks predictions
NBA.com: Knicks in six
Steve Aschburner writes: “New York is more likely to set the pace for this series, which will thwart Indiana’s biggest strength, that faster preferred style. Brunson has been irrepressible, averaging 31 points since the All-Star break with a usage rating (35.5) that would match Luka Doncic’s season-long mark. Role players Anunoby, Hartenstein, Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo are gritty complements. And while we don’t want to put too much weight on the In-Season Tournament, the Pacers did shrink with the NBA Cup on the line in Las Vegas. This stage is even bigger.”
NBC Sports: Knicks in five
Kurt Helin writes: “If Haliburton can find his pre-injury form — even just for a couple of games — then this quickly becomes a six or seven-game series. Peak Indiana and peak Haliburton can play with New York, but he hasn’t consistently been the same since his hamstring injury. New York is playing too well right now, and this is just not a great matchup for the Pacers.”
East Semifinals: Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks Game 2 betting lines, odds
The New York Knicks are favored to defeat the Indiana Pacers in Game 2, according to the BetMGM odds.
- Spread: New York (-5.5)
- Moneyline: New York (-210); Indiana (+175)
- Total Over/Under: 220.5
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East Semifinals: Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks schedule
| Games | Location | Date/Time | TV/Streaming |
| Game 1 | Madison Square Garden, New York | Monday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. ET | TNT, Fubo |
| Game 2 | Madison Square Garden, New York | Wednesday, May 8 at 8 p.m. ET | TNT, Fubo |
| Game 3 | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN | Friday, May 10 at 7 p.m. ET | ESPN, ESPN+ |
| Game 4 | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN | Sunday, May 12 at 3:30 p.m. ET | ABC, ESPN+ |
| Game 5 (If necessary) | Madison Square Garden, New York | Tuesday, May 14 at TBD | TBD |
| Game 6(If necessary) | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN | Friday, May 17 at TBD | TBD |
| Game 7(If necessary) | Madison Square Garden, New York | Sunday, May 19 at TBD | TBD |
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