Pascal Siakam was named Eastern Conference Finals MVP after leading the Indiana Pacers past the New York Knicks in six games. Siakam averaged 24.8 points in the series and dropped 31 in Game 6.
Indiana Pacers are heading back to the NBA Finals for the first time in nearly a quarter-century. The Pacers polished off the New York Knicks on Saturday, winning 125-108 in Game 6
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In that game, Pascal Siakam erupted for 31 points, grabbed 5 boards, dished out 3 assists, and recorded 3 blocks. He shot a sharp 10-of-18 from the field, went 3-of-5 from deep, and hit 8-of-11 at the stripe.
He was named the Eastern Conference Finals MVP, securing five of the nine available votes to edge out teammate Tyrese Haliburton.
The 31-year-old big man showcased the consistency that Indiana needed to win the series in six games. He averaged 24.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per contest.
This marks the second trip to the NBA Finals for Siakam, who won a championship with the Toronto Raptors in 2019.
Haliburton took off with 21 points and 13 assists, helping orchestrate the offense. Andrew Nembhard delivered a two-way performance, finishing with 14 points, 8 assists, and 6 steals.
For the Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns recorded a double-double of 22 points and 14 boards. OG Anunoby added 24 points.
Next up, Indiana will play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals. Game 1 of Pacers-Thunder is scheduled for Thursday in OKC.
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