The New York Knicks have secured their spot in the Eastern Conference semifinals for the second consecutive season after a thrilling 118-115 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 6. Their upcoming challenge will be against the Indiana Pacers, who impressed with a strong performance against the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round.

Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and the rest of the Knicks squad will face off against Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton's Pacers. The first two games of the series are scheduled to take place at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden on Monday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 8.

Brunson, who has been on fire with three consecutive games of scoring 40 or more points in the Sixers series, expressed his team's determination to attack whatever challenges come their way. "No matter what the situation is, we're going to grind," Brunson stated confidently.

For fans eager to witness the battle between Tom Thibodeau's Knicks and Rick Carlisle's Pacers, tickets are available for all seven Eastern Conference semifinals games. Prices on Vivid Seats start at $343 before fees for Knicks' home games, while seats for Pacers' home games at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana can be found for as low as $78 before fees.

During the 2023-24 regular season, the Indiana Pacers won two out of three games against the Knicks. The first matchup on December 30 ended with a 140-126 victory for the Pacers, led by Myles Turner's 28 points and Tyrese Haliburton's impressive 23 assists. However, the Knicks managed to secure a 109-105 win on February 1, with Brunson scoring 40 points and Isaiah Hartenstein adding 19. In their final meeting on February 10, the Pacers emerged victorious once again, defeating the Knicks 125-111 with Turner and Haliburton making significant contributions.

Fans who can't make it to the games can tune in to watch the Knicks vs. Pacers series on ABC, ESPN, TNT, and NBA TV. Local listings should be checked for specific broadcast details.

The showdown between the Knicks and Pacers promises to reignite their rivalry, and fans should prepare for an intense playoff battle. For a more in-depth look at the history of this matchup, the New York Post's story, "A first look at Knicks-Pacers 2024 NBA playoffs series - and their rivalry's history," is recommended.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Knicks' journey in the Eastern Conference semifinals as they strive to advance further in their pursuit of an NBA championship.