After all the hard work throughout the season, the New York Knicks are hanging by a thread right now. One win keeps their season alive; one loss, and it’s game over. On the other side, the Indiana Pacers are cruising after snagging their third win. It feels like they’ve got a target on their back now, but the fans aren’t complaining. Pacers Nation is living it up, and leading the charge is none other than Reggie Miller. The franchise legend, now broadcaster, had the time of his life covering that unforgettable Game 4 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. And of course, Reggie didn’t keep those moments to himself.
Undoubtedly, Tyrese Haliburton put on a show for the ages, pushing the Indiana Pacers one win away from their first NBA Finals appearance since 2000. After catching heat for that controversial “choke” celebration, Haliburton bounced back in style. He led from the front in Game 4 and gave Pacers legend Reggie Miller every reason to be proud. The high-octane matchup and its more-than-satisfying outcome had Reggie looking like the happiest man on the planet. But no matter how big the win, nothing beats the feeling of coming home. And for Reggie, home means reconnecting with his “brothas.”
Reggie Miller took to Instagram recently to share some unforgettable moments from the big game. In his IG post, he posted clips with his old Pacers teammates, and one familiar face stood out, Jermaine O’Neal. Watching those two bond like brothers from another mother was a vibe every Pacers fan felt. Reggie didn’t hold back either. He flooded his story with videos, behind-the-scenes moments, and memories from his homecoming. But what truly captured the essence of that moment was his caption. He wrote, “Absolutely re-connecting with my former Brothas, dudes that I would run through a brick wall for. We laughed, cried, danced you name it together.. Some bonds can NEVER be broken, it’s why we love sports.. #BrotherlyLove”
After seeing the post, it’s proven that the bond between Reggie Miller and the Pacers isn’t just a short chapter on franchise history; it’s an 18-year story. Reggie spent his entire career in Indiana, and from 2000 to 2008, he and Jermaine O’Neal shared the court. And over the years, they built a brotherhood that still going strong. And the IG story is the proof of that.
That’s why every trip back to Gainbridge Fieldhouse hits differently for Reggie. It’s not just about the nostalgia; it’s about reconnecting with the people and moments that shaped his career in one way or the other. And watching the Pacers pull off such a thrilling win, inching one step closer to the NBA Finals, Reggie sure had a night to remember.
Tyrese Haliburton taps into Reggie Miller’s spirit in historic season
Whenever the Pacers and Knicks face off, fans know the energy’s about to get electric. And when the man who ignited this decades-old rivalry, Reggie Miller, is in the building, something’s bound to go down. That’s exactly what happened in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton delivered a buzzer-beater that sent Wednesday’s opener into overtime, capping a jaw-dropping fourth-quarter collapse by the Knicks. The Pacers held on in OT, pulling off a 138-135 win and stealing a 1-0 series lead right in front of a stunned Madison Square Garden crowd.
Then came the moment fans couldn’t stop talking about. Haliburton made a beeline for the sideline, where none other than Reggie Miller was calling the game for TNT. With the crowd in shock, Haliburton flashed Miller’s infamous choke sign. It’s the same one Reggie threw at the Knicks after his legendary 25-point fourth quarter in the 1994 playoffs. After the final buzzer, Haliburton spoke with TNT about his bold move.
“Everybody’s been wanting me to do it,” he said. “I was going to hold it for the right time. It felt appropriate. And then, you know, it went to overtime.” See, even Haliburton knew if you’re going to impress a legend like Reggie Miller, you’ve got to rise to the moment. As the NBA playoffs heat up, the stakes have never been higher for the Indiana Pacers. Can the Pacers hold onto their nerve and create history this time by winning the NBA championship, or will they choke under pressure when it matters most? Do let us know what you think.
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