NBA forward prediction: Knicks VS Pacers! The strongest shield will face the strongest Mao!

At 8:00 on May 22, 2025, the showdown between the Knicks and the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals is the ultimate interpretation of this classic confrontation.

Knicks have the second-place defensive efficiency in the Eastern Conference. Relying on Thibodeau's "unlimited defense replacement" system, they are like building a wall of iron. As the new key teacher of the year, Brunson is not only a sharp knife on the offensive end, but also a pressure on his opponent when defending; Towns guards the inside and has outstanding rebounding and blocking skills. The Pacers are known for the fastest offensive rhythm in the league. Halliburton averaged 9.3 assists per game, which could instantly tear open the opponent's defense line. Siakam, Turner and others blossomed at multiple points, and their offensive firepower was fierce. The matchups of the core players are full of gunpowder. The game between Anunobi's "death entanglement" defense and Halliburton's agile pass and breakthrough will determine the smoothness of the Pacers' offense; Turner and Towns' inside confrontation, one is good at protecting the frame and three-pointers, and the other is strong singles at low posts, and their competition directly affects the team's offensive and defensive balance in the inside. At the tactical level, both sides have their own trump card. The Pacers hope to disrupt the Knicks' defensive deployment through fast-paced offense, and use the depth of the 10-man rotation to maintain high-intensity output; the Knicks will rely on short rotation to reduce the main force's super personal ability, slow down the pace, and use positional battles to suppress their opponents.

The showdown is full of suspense. The ESPN model is a little optimistic about the Knicks, but the NBA official website predicts that the Pacers may also make a comeback. No matter what the result is, this peak battle between spear and shield will surely bring a basketball feast to the fans, let us hold our breath and witness the passionate moments of Madison Square Garden!

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