🏀NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals Game 1
Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks
🕒 Time: 5:00 PM PT, Wednesday, May 21
📍 Location: Madison Square Garden (New York)
Spread: Knicks -4.5 (-105) | Pacers +4.5 (-115)
Moneyline: Knicks -175 | Pacers +155
Total: 223.5 (O -110, U -110)
Game #1 – Eastern Conference Finals
Matchup Breakdown:
The New York Knicks enter the Eastern Conference Finals after a commanding 119–81 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 6, marking their first conference finals appearance since 2000. Jalen Brunson has been instrumental, leading the team with consistent scoring and playmaking.
The Indiana Pacers advanced by defeating the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in five games. Tyrese Haliburton has been a standout performer, averaging 19.8 points and 9.2 assists per game in the playoffs.
Both of these teams are playing their best basketball of the year right now. The questions are around the Pacers being able to defend and rebound and the Knicks being able to score consistently. It’s going to be a great series. I like Indiana to advance but I’ll have to get a feel for this series more in game one.
Betting Market Insights:
Despite the Knicks being favored, a significant portion of bettors are backing the Pacers, indicating confidence in Indiana's ability to cover the spread or win outright.
The total has gone over in two of the three regular-season meetings between these teams, suggesting a potential for high-scoring games in this series.
Key Trends:
Knicks are 27-14 at home during the regular season.
Pacers are 20-20 on the road during the regular season.
The total has gone over in 2 of the 3 regular-season meetings between these teams.
💎 Premium Picks:
Spread Bet: Pacers +4.5
Total Bet: Under 223.5
Player Bets:
OG Anunoby Over 23.5 PRA
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