New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers prediction, odds, and best NBA prop bets for Eastern Conference Finals Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

The New York Knicks kept their season alive with a strong Game 5 performance, forcing a Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Pacers are favored at home, but the Knicks have proven they can compete in Indiana. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the odds, key prop bets, and predictions for Saturday’s crucial matchup. The Indiana Pacers enter Game 6 as favorites, but their home record in this series has been mixed. They lost Game 3 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, showing that the Knicks can steal a win on the road. A victory for New York would set up a decisive Game 7 back in Madison Square Garden. Here’s a look at the latest betting lines for Game 6: - Date: Saturday, May 31 - Time: 8:00 p.m. EST - Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse - TV: TNT - Series status: Pacers lead 3-2 Neither team has major injury concerns heading into Game 6. New York Knicks injury report for Game 6:- None to report Indiana Pacers injury report for Game 6- Isaiah Jackson – out - Tony Bradley – questionable Brunson has been unstoppable in this series, regardless of who defends him. Here’s why he’s a strong pick to go over his point total: - Shooting 54.8% from the field when guarded by Aaron Nesmith. - Shooting 47.1% against Ben Sheppard and 83.3% against Bennedict Mathurin. - Scored 31+ points in four of the five games this series. - Attempted at least 18 shots in every game. - Taken 10+ free throws in three of the five matchups. With the Knicks fighting to extend their season, expect Brunson to deliver another high-scoring performance. Siakam has struggled on the boards in this series: - Hasn’t exceeded 6 rebounds in any game against the Knicks. - Averaging just 5.8 rebounds per game in the playoffs (down from 6.9 in the regular season). - Only cleared 6.5 rebounds in 4 of his last 15 games. - Faces a Knicks team that ranks among the best rebounding teams in the playoffs (50.7% rebound rate). Given these trends, the under on Siakam’s rebounds is a smart play. The Pacers are favored, but the Knicks showed in Game 5 that they can match Indiana’s intensity. One key trend to watch is the first-quarter performance: - The Knicks have struggled early in playoff games (-3.2 net rating in the first quarter). - The Pacers rank 6th in first-quarter net rating (+2.1) this postseason. - Indiana has a +12 first-quarter scoring margin at home in this series. - Their first-quarter net rating jumps to +16.4 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in the playoffs. Pick: Pacers first quarter moneyline (-125 at DraftKings)While the full-game outcome remains uncertain, Indiana’s strong starts at home make them a solid bet to win the opening quarter. If the Knicks fall behind early again, they may not have enough to complete another comeback.Also read: How to watch New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 6: Time, TV channel, and free live stream (May 31, 2025)Game 6 promises high stakes and intense action as the Pacers look to advance, while the Knicks fight to keep their season alive.