Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks Game 1: Tyrese Haliburton is active; final injury report; official starters May 6
The Knicks host the Pacers tonight.
The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks will face off today to begin the 2024 Eastern Conference Semifinals. The Pacers defeated the Knicks twice during the regular season, but both teams have stated that they do not believe the regular season encounters are important moving forward.
Indiana and New York both won their first-round series in six games. They have a long playoff history, and this is their eighth meeting overall. The series is expected to be long, with each game defined by the collision of playing styles.
Indiana Pacers’ Injury Report
The Pacers will be missing Benedict Mathurin (torn right labrum) tonight and throughout the postseason. Tyrese Haliburton, who was listed as questionable for the fourth game in a row due to lower back spasms, is now available to play.
Indiana Pacers’ Starting Lineup
Guard: Tyrese Haliburton.
Guard: Andrew Nembhard.
Forward: Aaron Nesmith.
Forward: Pascal Siakam.
Center: Myles Turner.
This group performed well in the regular season, with a plus-minus of +66 in 444 minutes. In the first round of the playoffs, they were +42 in 126 minutes; maintaining this level of performance against New York is crucial.
New York Knicks Injury Report
The Knicks have declared Julius Randle (right shoulder surgery) and Bojan Bogdanovic (left foot surgery) out. They will miss the remainder of the season.
New York’s starting lineup
Guard: Jalen Brunson.
Guard: Donte DiVincenzo.
Forward: Josh Hart.
Forward: OG Anunoby.
Center: Isaiah Hartenstein.
The game will begin in around 30 minutes. To learn more about Game 1, go here.
