The Indiana Pacers delivered a stunning overtime victory over the New York Knicks, winning 138-135 in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals.
The Pacers, who trailed by 17 points in the fourth quarter and 14 with less than three minutes left, mounted an incredible rally.
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Aaron Nesmith hit five clutch three-pointers, and Tyrese Haliburton forced overtime with a last-second two-point shot.
Haliburton, celebrating what he thought was a game-winner, even mimicked Reggie Miller’s famous ‘choke’ celebration.
“I’m so proud of the resilience of this group,” Haliburton stated.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 41 points. Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is Saturday in New York.
