The Indiana Pacers are back in the spotlight, advancing to the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals after a 114-105 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 13, securing their spot in just five games. This marks the Pacers’ second consecutive year in the Eastern Conference Finals, a feat they last achieved during their back-to-back appearances in 2013 and 2014. As excitement builds in Indianapolis, fans are eager to see if the Pacers can take the next step and reach the NBA Finals for only the second time in franchise history.
NBA Eastern Conference Finals Schedule
The NBA has officially released the schedule for the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, a best-of-seven series that tips off on Wednesday, May 21. The fourth-seeded Pacers will face either the third-seeded New York Knicks or the second-seeded Boston Celtics, depending on the outcome of their second-round series. As of May 15, the Knicks hold a 3-2 lead, with Game 6 set for May 16. Here’s the full schedule for the Pacers’ Eastern Conference Finals matchup:
- Game 1: Wednesday, May 21 – Indiana at Boston/New York, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
- Game 2: Friday, May 23 – Indiana at Boston/New York, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
- Game 3: Sunday, May 25 – Boston/New York at Indiana, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
- Game 4: Tuesday, May 27 – Boston/New York at Indiana, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
- Game 5 (if necessary): Thursday, May 29 – Indiana at Boston/New York, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
- Game 6 (if necessary): Saturday, May 31 – Boston/New York at Indiana, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
- Game 7 (if necessary): Monday, June 2 – Indiana at Boston/New York, 8:00 PM ET (TNT)
Mark your calendars, especially for Game 3 on May 25, which coincides with the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 earlier that day. It’s shaping up to be a thrilling “Pacers & Racers” doubleheader at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, promising an electric atmosphere in downtown Indianapolis.
How to Watch the Eastern Conference Finals
All games in the series will be broadcast nationally on TNT, starting at 8:00 PM ET. For fans looking to stream the action, TNT is available on several platforms, including Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Sling Orange, all of which include TNT in their channel lineups. Whether you’re watching at home or cheering from Gainbridge Fieldhouse, you won’t want to miss a second of this high-stakes series.
A Historic Run for the Pacers
This is the Pacers’ 10th appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals in franchise history, and their second straight trip underscores the team’s growing dominance in the Eastern Conference. With stars like Tyrese Haliburton leading the charge, the Pacers are just four wins away from their second-ever NBA Finals appearance. Their first and only Finals run came in 2000, and fans hope 2025 will be the year they return to the league’s biggest stage.
Get Involved and Support the Pacers
Single-game tickets for the Pacers’ potential home games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Games 3, 4, and 6) go on sale Friday, May 16, at 2:00 PM ET. Fans can purchase tickets, sign up for exclusive presale access, or secure playoff seats by placing a deposit on a 2025-26 season ticket plan at Pacers.com/Playoffs. The 2025 Pacers Playoffs are presented by KeyBank, Kroger, and Starry, adding to the excitement of this historic postseason run.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the Indiana Pacers battle for a spot in the NBA Finals. Visit the official Pacers website for more details, ticket information, and updates on their opponent as the series approaches. Let’s rally behind the Pacers and make Gainbridge Fieldhouse the loudest arena in the NBA this postseason!
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