The Indiana Pacers have surprised everyone again as they have secured a consecutive Eastern Conference finals win against the New York Knicks . After their Game 2 victory , 114-109, and series lead 2-0, Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson shared towering praise for the Pacers' Game 2 standout Pascal Siakam as he led the team to a stunning victory at Madison Square Garden.
Magic Johnson praises Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers after their Game 2 win
The conference finals are getting exciting. In the Eastern Conference finals, Game 2 on Friday, May 23rd, the Indiana Pacers asserted dominance over the New York Knicks. And as for the Knicks, they have faced another devastating defeat at their home court.
Following the win, Lakers legend Magic Johnson took to X to shower praise for Pascal Siakam and the Pacers roster.
“Indiana Pacers shocked the world again by beating the New York Knicks 114-109 at home. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 39 points! They are playing great full court pressure defense and excellent team basketball on offense. That’s why they are up 2-0 in the Series!” Johnson wrote.
The praise from the Hall of Famer would resonate with every Pacers fan, as it was an incredible feat for the team in their uphill battle for the championship.
Pascal Siakam put on a stunning performance with a dominant 39-point showdown. He shot 15-of-23 from the field, connecting on 65.2% of his attempts. Siakam also knocked down 3-of-5 from deep, shooting an impressive 60% from beyond the arc.
At the line, he stayed solid, going 6-of-8 for a 75% free-throw rate. Though he didn’t grab any offensive boards, he pulled in 4 defensive rebounds and added 3 assists. Siakam also recorded 1 steal and turned the ball over just once, while committing 4 fouls.
Also Read: Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks (05/23): Top 3 players in Eastern Conference finals Game 2
His +16 plus-minus showed the impact he had on the game whenever he was on the floor. Myles Turner followed with 16 points, Tyrese Haliburton added 14 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds, while Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard added 12 each.
On the other side, Jalen Brunson scored 36, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges added 20 each.
Magic Johnson praises Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers after their Game 2 win
The conference finals are getting exciting. In the Eastern Conference finals, Game 2 on Friday, May 23rd, the Indiana Pacers asserted dominance over the New York Knicks. And as for the Knicks, they have faced another devastating defeat at their home court.
Following the win, Lakers legend Magic Johnson took to X to shower praise for Pascal Siakam and the Pacers roster.
“Indiana Pacers shocked the world again by beating the New York Knicks 114-109 at home. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 39 points! They are playing great full court pressure defense and excellent team basketball on offense. That’s why they are up 2-0 in the Series!” Johnson wrote.
Indiana Pacers shocked the world again by beating the New York Knicks 114-109 at home. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 39 points! They are playing great full court pressure defense and excellent team basketball on offense. That’s why they are up 2-0 in the Series!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 24, 2025
The praise from the Hall of Famer would resonate with every Pacers fan, as it was an incredible feat for the team in their uphill battle for the championship.
Pascal Siakam put on a stunning performance with a dominant 39-point showdown. He shot 15-of-23 from the field, connecting on 65.2% of his attempts. Siakam also knocked down 3-of-5 from deep, shooting an impressive 60% from beyond the arc.
PASCAL SIAKAM TONIGHT:
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) May 24, 2025
39 POINTS
4 REBOUNDS
3 ASSISTS
65% FG
(Via @realapp_ ) pic.twitter.com/GPkf4JFBWZ
At the line, he stayed solid, going 6-of-8 for a 75% free-throw rate. Though he didn’t grab any offensive boards, he pulled in 4 defensive rebounds and added 3 assists. Siakam also recorded 1 steal and turned the ball over just once, while committing 4 fouls.
Also Read: Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks (05/23): Top 3 players in Eastern Conference finals Game 2
His +16 plus-minus showed the impact he had on the game whenever he was on the floor. Myles Turner followed with 16 points, Tyrese Haliburton added 14 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds, while Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard added 12 each.
On the other side, Jalen Brunson scored 36, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges added 20 each.
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