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.

Indiana Pacers favored to close out the series at home in Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

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.

New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers odds, spread, and total points for East Conference Finals Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

Here’s a look at the latest betting lines for Game 6:



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How to watch Knicks vs Pacers East Conference Finals Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

- Date: Saturday, May 31

- Time: 8:00 p.m. EST

- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse

- TV: TNT

- Series status: Pacers lead 3-2

New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Injury reports for East Conference Finals Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

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

Best NBA prop bets for Knicks vs Pacers East Conference Finals Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

Top prop bet for the Knicks: Jalen Brunson over 31.5 points (-110)

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.

Top prop bet for the Pacers: Pascal Siakam under 6.5 rebounds (-115)

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.

Prediction and pick for New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Game 6 (May 31, 2025)

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.

Game 6 promises high stakes and intense action as the Pacers look to advance, while the Knicks fight to keep their season alive.