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Pacers beat Knicks 125-108 in Game 6 to reach NBA Finals for the second time in franchise history

The Indiana Pacers secured a 125-108 win over the New York Knicks in Game 6 on Saturday night, clinching the Eastern Conference title and advancing to the NBA Finals for only the second time in franchise history.
The Pacers secured the series 4-2 after rebounding from a tough Game 5 loss and adjustments made by Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau, including starting Mitchell Robinson.
Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 31 points, three blocks, and earned MVP honors for the series, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 21 points and 13 assists in a dominant team performance.
Indiana forced 17 turnovers by the Knicks and dominated fastbreak scoring with a total of 106-48 in the series. Their next challenge begins Thursday against the top team from the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder, in the Finals.
This marks the Pacers' first Finals appearance in 25 years, sparking celebrations across Indiana, while Knicks players expressed confidence in returning with hopes to succeed next time.

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