In the first matchup of the Eastern Conference semifinals of the NBA playoffs, the New York Knicks narrowly defeated the Indiana Pacers 121-117 with a wonderful comeback performance at home, and successfully made a good start to the series.
At 7:30 a.m. Beijing time on May 7, the Madison Square Garden Stadium was bustling with activity, and fans poured into the scene early in anticipation of this high-profile matchup.
The Knicks are naturally looking for a win at home, while the Pacers come with ambitions to steal the road advantage.
At the start of the game, the Knicks led 4-0, but the Pacers quickly fought back 8-0, signaling a fierce battle to come.
After the first quarter, the Knicks temporarily led 27-24, but the Pacers did not show weakness, biting the score and keeping the opponent not far away.
As the game wore on, the Pacers gradually grasped the lead, and despite the Knicks' multiple counterattacks, the Pacers always clung to a slight lead.
And when Hartenstein hit a three-pointer late in the second quarter to tie the score at 55-49, the atmosphere on the court became more tense and the fierce battle between the two sides became more intense.
After the third quarter, the Knicks struggled to catch up, but the Pacers relied on the excellent play of players such as Turner to maintain the lead.
It wasn't until the end of the fourth quarter that the Pacers extended their lead to nine points at one point, and it seemed that the situation was not in favor of the Knicks.
At critical moments, fans stared nervously at the big screen, desperately cheering for the team they were supporting.
At this moment, the Knicks showed calmness and stability, and the feat of reversing the score made the fans in the stadium fall into crazy cheers.
Wow! DiVincenzo's crucial three-pointer was so spectacular! A fan in a Knicks jersey slapped his friend on the shoulder excitedly, he was simply our savior!
With DiVincenzo's three-point shot, the atmosphere was instantly ignited, and Knicks supporters waved flags and chanted team slogans.
And while fans were still cheering DiVincenzo's performance, Brunson once again became the Knicks' savior.
Oh my God, Brunson looks like a superhero! A young fan jumped excitedly, his individual ability was so strong! However, some neutral fans also expressed regret for the Pacers' loss.
The Pacers played very well for most of the game, but unfortunately in the most crucial moments, they made fatal mistakes.
One neutral fan said with a wry smile that it seems that on the stage of the playoffs, the details are really important.
And some analysts also gave high praise to the Knicks' performance in the face of injury troubles.
It's really admirable that the Knicks can still show such strong team cohesion and fighting power despite injuries to key players such as Randle.
According to one analyst, this team spirit is very important for a team, especially in a high-intensity game like the playoffs.
I don't know if fans who like Knicks know his commercial value, in June 2022, Forbes released a high-profile statistic - the market value ranking of the world's professional sports teams.
Among them, the New York Knicks topped the NBA list with a staggering market value of $5.8 billion and became the focus of attention from all parties.
This news not only attracted widespread attention in the sports world, but also made netizens talk about the strong strength and influence of the New York Knicks.
Wow, the market value of the New York Knicks is as high as $5.8 billion! This is an astronomical amount! On social media, a fan excitedly wrote that this once again proves that the Knicks are the giants of the NBA and deserve to be the symbol of New York City!
The fan's words represent the hearts of many, and the influence and appeal of the New York Knicks as the leader of the NBA can be seen.
In addition to its impressive market capitalization, the New York Knicks also have a unique geographical advantage.
As a team located in New York City, one of the largest cities in the United States, the Knicks have undoubtedly attracted the attention of a large number of fans.
New York City is one of the busiest cities in the world, and it's a privilege to have a sports team here!
One fan enthused that their home stadium is the famous Madison Square Garden, which is simply a paradise for sports fans!
Some analysts have also thought deeply about the success of the New York Knicks.
The Knicks' success is not just because of their performance on the court, but also because of their excellent performance in business operations.
A sports commentator analyzed that they are good at using the resources and geographical location of their cities to cooperate with major brands to continuously improve the team's popularity and influence.
However, while the New York Knicks in the market capitalization charts undisputed the top spot, some fans have also expressed interest in other teams.
The Knicks are strong, but we can't ignore the strength of other teams.
After all, the NBA is a highly competitive league and every team has a chance to succeed, one fan modestly said.
Although the Pacers lost one game, the team's performance was still positive.
The Pacers' players played well in the game, with Turner, Siakam and others all showing a high level of basketball skills.
One fan expressed the hope that they can adjust their form in the next games and bring us more exciting games.
Although this game is only the opening battle of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the suspense it brings is hard to suppress.
In the online community after the game, fans had a heated discussion, full of anticipation and speculation about the next competition.
One fan wrote excitedly on the forum that although the Pacers took the lead at one point, the Knicks' ability to turn around was truly amazing.
I'm sure they'll continue that momentum in the next races and bring us more surprises!
That's right! The Knicks are so good at home! Another fan replied approvingly that they now have a certain advantage, but that doesn't mean the next game will be easy.
After all, the Pacers are a strong team and they will definitely give it their all to bounce back in the next games.
In online voting, the question of who will have the upper hand in the next race became a hot topic.
Do you think the Knicks will be able to stay ahead of the game, and will the Pacers show more strength on the road to tie the score?
Cast your vote and let's witness this exciting competition together!
After this victory, the Knicks players also expressed their anticipation for the next game.
We played well, but it was just the beginning.
In an interview after the match, Brunson said that the next game will be tougher, but we are confident that we will continue to fight and strive for a better result.
At the same time, the Pacers' players have also indicated that they will not throw in the towel easily.
We lost the game, but we're not going to give up.
Turner said firmly in the interview that in the next game, we will be ready and go all out to try to get back the score.
In this victory, the Knicks showed a fighting spirit that is not afraid of difficulties, and also brought an unforgettable feast of the game to the fans.
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