Tyrese Haliburton Delivers Bold Message For Defending Champion Knicks

Tyrese Haliburton, a star player for the Indiana Pacers, addressed the defending NBA champion New York Knicks during the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals. During an appearance on the Zach Lowe show, Haliburton praised the Knicks' impressive run, acknowledging their complete dominance after the loss in Atlanta. However, he expressed his eagerness to face the Knicks again in the playoffs, stating, "I hope that we get to play them again, because I want to play the best teams."

The rivalry between the Pacers and Knicks has been reignited in recent years, with both teams showcasing thrilling performances in the postseason. Haliburton's return to the NBA after a 472-day absence was marked by his strong performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where he was joined by new teammates such as Pascal Siakam, Aaron Nesmith, and Andrew Nembhard.