“Tyrese Haliburton Ignites Pacers’ Epic Comeback as Caitlin Clark Declares: ‘The Greatest Comeback Team I’ve Ever Seen’”

The NBA Eastern Conference Finals tipped off with a bang as the Indiana Pacers pulled off a jaw-dropping 138–135 overtime victory against the New York Knicks in Game 1. Tyrese Haliburton exploded with 31 points and 11 assists, including a clutch shot to send the game to overtime — setting the stage for one of the most thrilling comebacks of the season.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, watching in awe, took to X (formerly Twitter) with a bold statement:
“PACERS ARE THE GREATEST COMEBACK TEAM I’VE EVER SEEN!”

A Finish for the Ages

The Knicks led by 14 points with under three minutes left in regulation, and Madison Square Garden was already celebrating — too soon. Aaron Nesmith sparked the rally with key three-pointers, and then Haliburton delivered the dagger: a dramatic step-back long jumper that tied the game and sent it to overtime.The crowd fell silent. The Pacers bench erupted. And Haliburton, channeling Pacers legend Reggie Miller, made a “choking” gesture — a bold statement that the Knicks had fumbled their golden opportunity.Though the shot was ruled a long two instead of a game-winning three, Indiana finished the job in overtime, silencing New York with relentless offense and poise under pressure.

Superstar Support and Rising Chemistry

The bond between Clark and Haliburton is no secret. He was courtside at the Fever’s season opener, and she’s been a regular face at Pacers games. The mutual support between two of Indiana’s brightest stars reflects a new era of basketball pride in the state.Aaron Nesmith also shined with 30 points, adding to Indiana’s offensive firepower.
“It’s always special. It’s always fun,” Nesmith said after the game. “This is what we live for.”

Looking Ahead

Game 2 is set for Friday night, and the pressure is now on the Knicks to regroup. But one thing is clear: the Indiana Pacers are here to fight — and if Caitlin Clark is right, they may just rewrite the story of these playoffs.Stay tuned. The comeback kings are just getting started.