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The NBA Eastern Conference Finals will see the Boston Celtics taking on the Indiana Pacers. While the Celtics have shown dominance so far, the Pacers have fought through tough series to reach their first conference finals since 2014. Predictions heavily favor the Celtics to win in five games, and Game 1 tips off on May 21 at TD Garden.

The Indiana Pacers created playoff history by achieving a record-setting field goal percentage of 67.1% in their 130-109 victory against the New York Knicks. Tyrese Haliburton led with 27 points, while the team shot over 70% in both 2-point and 3-point ranges in the first half, outshining the Spurs' previous record. This win capped a dramatic comeback and eliminated the Knicks from the playoffs.

The Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks gear up for a pivotal Game 7 showdown at Madison Square Garden. With the home team winning each game in the series so far, the Knicks are slight favorites. Despite numerous injuries plaguing the Knicks, their defense and home-court advantage could be crucial. Meanwhile, the Pacers arrive with a healthier squad, aiming to overcome the odds.