The 2025 NBA playoffs have reached the Conference Finals, with four teams left standing in the battle for the championship. The Eastern Conference features the New York Knicks against the Indiana Pacers, while the Western Conference pits the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Here’s everything you need to know about the matchups, schedules, and where to watch.
NBA Eastern Conference 2025 Finals: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are set for a high-stakes showdown in the Eastern Conference Finals. This marks their fourth meeting in the Conference Finals, with the Knicks holding a 2-1 edge in previous series.
The Knicks, who finished third in the regular season, defeated the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics to get here. Meanwhile, the Pacers, seeded fourth, took down the Milwaukee Bucks and stunned the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in a dominant 4-1 series win.
Key details for New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
- Series history: Knicks lead 2-1 in previous Conference Finals meetings
- Regular season standings: Knicks (3rd), Pacers (4th)
Playoff path:
- Knicks: Beat Pistons (4-2), Celtics (4-2)
- Pacers: Beat Bucks (4-1), Cavaliers (4-1)
NBA Eastern Conference Finals 2025 schedule
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NBA Western Conference 2025 Finals: OKC Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves will clash in the Western Conference Finals, with Game 1 tipping off on May 20. This is only their second playoff meeting—the first was in 1998 when the Thunder were still the Seattle SuperSonics.
The Thunder dominated the regular season as the West’s top seed, beating the Memphis Grizzlies and Denver Nuggets in the playoffs. The Timberwolves, seeded sixth, pulled off upsets against the LA Lakers and Golden State Warriors to advance.
Key details for OKC Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Series history: Thunder (as SuperSonics) won 3-2 in 1998
- Regular season standings: Thunder (1st), Timberwolves (6th)
Playoff path:
- Thunder: Beat Grizzlies (4-1), Nuggets (4-2)
- Timberwolves: Beat Lakers (4-2), Warriors (4-3)
NBA Western Conference 2025 Finals schedule
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What to expect in the NBA Conference 2025 Finals
Both series promise intense competition. The Knicks and Pacers have a storied playoff rivalry, while the Thunder and Timberwolves bring youth, athleticism, and star power to the West.
With the NBA Finals just one series away, every game will be crucial. Tune in to see which teams advance to the championship round.
NBA Eastern Conference 2025 Finals: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are set for a high-stakes showdown in the Eastern Conference Finals. This marks their fourth meeting in the Conference Finals, with the Knicks holding a 2-1 edge in previous series.
The Knicks, who finished third in the regular season, defeated the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics to get here. Meanwhile, the Pacers, seeded fourth, took down the Milwaukee Bucks and stunned the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in a dominant 4-1 series win.
Key details for New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
- Series history: Knicks lead 2-1 in previous Conference Finals meetings
- Regular season standings: Knicks (3rd), Pacers (4th)
Playoff path:
- Knicks: Beat Pistons (4-2), Celtics (4-2)
- Pacers: Beat Bucks (4-1), Cavaliers (4-1)
NBA Eastern Conference Finals 2025 schedule
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NBA Western Conference 2025 Finals: OKC Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves will clash in the Western Conference Finals, with Game 1 tipping off on May 20. This is only their second playoff meeting—the first was in 1998 when the Thunder were still the Seattle SuperSonics.
The Thunder dominated the regular season as the West’s top seed, beating the Memphis Grizzlies and Denver Nuggets in the playoffs. The Timberwolves, seeded sixth, pulled off upsets against the LA Lakers and Golden State Warriors to advance.
Key details for OKC Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Series history: Thunder (as SuperSonics) won 3-2 in 1998
- Regular season standings: Thunder (1st), Timberwolves (6th)
Playoff path:
- Thunder: Beat Grizzlies (4-1), Nuggets (4-2)
- Timberwolves: Beat Lakers (4-2), Warriors (4-3)
NBA Western Conference 2025 Finals schedule
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Time (ET)
Matchup
Venue
TV
Live Stream Options
*Possibility of a game if needed
What to expect in the NBA Conference 2025 Finals
Both series promise intense competition. The Knicks and Pacers have a storied playoff rivalry, while the Thunder and Timberwolves bring youth, athleticism, and star power to the West.
With the NBA Finals just one series away, every game will be crucial. Tune in to see which teams advance to the championship round.
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