The Pacers tried to not make officiating in the playoff series against the Knicks an issue, but coach Rick Carlisle went off script when he unleashed on the referees in Game 2.
New York Knicks fans are hoping the franchise’s 50-year NBA championship drought will finally come to an end this season. The team took another step in the right direction on Wednesday night by defeating the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinals.
New York’s playoff run has not been without controversy. In the Knicks‘ earlier playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers, a non-foul call sparked backlash and resulted in a pivotal game-saving possession. The NBA later admitted that officials should’ve called fouls on New York’s Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson before a Donte DiVincenzo game-winning shot in Game 2 of the first round series.
The Knicks were on the wrong side of a non-call in Game 5 when Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey appeared to get away with a travel violation moments before he made crucial 3-pointer.
