Haliburton’s flawless triple-double sinks Knicks and leaves Pacers one win from NBA finals

theguardian.comPublished: 5/28/2025

Summary

Tyrece Haliburton dominated Game 4 with a triple-double (32 points, 15 assists, 12 rebounds) and key defensive plays as the Indiana Pacers extended their Eastern Conference finals lead, securing their third consecutive win. Alongside Pascal Siakam's triple-double, Obi Toppin sealed the victory with a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer. Meanwhile, the Knicks struggled defensively, falling by an 11-point margin and marking their first series loss since March. Haliburton’s father attended the game after his recent conflict with Giannis Antetokounmpo, adding emotional depth to the game's intense atmosphere.