The Knicks looked every bit like legitimate title contenders in their decisive Game 6 victory over the Boston Celtics. And if that version of New York shows up again in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers,

Former Celtics MVP candidate Isaiah Thomas chimed in on who he thought would represent the Eastern Conference in the 2025 NBA Finals. He also explained why he picked who he picked. Thomas posted his prediction via his X account while also giving his pick for the Western Conference finals.

Jalen Brunson held a steel chair. Tyrese Haliburton had brass knuckles. As the star point guards glared at each other in a WWE wrestling ring last summer in Madison Square Garden, it seemed a fitting next step in the rivalry between the Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks.

It seemed like New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson was waving goodbye to Boston Celtics fans during Game 5 of their second-round series because he believed his team would close things out in Game 6 and not return.

The New York Knicks have been to the Eastern Conference Finals 11 times in their franchise history. Let's highlight those postseasons.

May 11, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) dribbles the ball during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images / Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Tim Chalamet, an unknown teenager, was with the Knicks in the hard times. Timothée Chalamet, the famous actor, is loving every second of the team’s deep playoff run.

As the Knicks’ playoff run continues to electrify New York, officials are warning exuberant fans about potential NBA ticket scams. The Knicks will be hosting the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals starting Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden.