In the 2025 NBA playoffs, the Indiana Pacers showcased their resilience, overcoming a 14-point deficit to defeat the New York Knicks 138-135 in overtime during Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. Aaron Nesmith scored 30 points, including a record six 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, as the Pacers executed another remarkable comeback, building on their previous playoff successes. Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau lamented the loss of a 17-point lead, emphasizing that no lead is safe against a Pacers team that thrives on late-game pressure.
