The Pacers have a chance to win the championship. Rick Carlisle: Now is not the time to open the champagne
2025-06-03 05:49
The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks 125-108 in the sixth round of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2024/25 NBA Playoffs, thanks to goals scored by Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin, and successfully eliminated their opponents with a total score of 4-2 to advance to the finals. Rick Carlisle said it was not time for the team to celebrate yet.
In the first round of the finals this Friday, the Indiana Pacers will travel to challenge the Oklahoma City Thunder and start their difficult journey to the championship.
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said, "This is my sixth NBA Finals, three as a player, one as an assistant coach and two as a head coach, but it's not time to pop the champagne yet."
"We understand the challenges of dealing with this opponent. The Oklahoma City Thunder have been overwhelmingly dominant throughout the season."
In addition, the Oklahoma City Thunder coached by Daigneault eliminated the Minnesota Timberwolves with a total score of 4-1 in the Western Conference Finals, and the strength of Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chael Holmgren was extremely eye-catching.
When talking about Rick Carlisle, Daignolt said, "I have great respect for Rick Carlisle. He has an incredible experience in basketball. Whether it is his playing career, his assistant coaching experience, or everything he has experienced since he became a head coach, his insights into this sport far exceed most people."
"I have great respect for him. He is the president of the coaches association and has a good relationship with the other 29 coaches and keeps in touch with them."
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