'Comeback Kings' Pacers are on a generational playoff run

The "Comeback Kings" similarly overcame a 20-point first-half deficit to beat the Cavaliers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, and the Bucks in the series-clinching Game 5 of the first round.

In both instances, the Pacers trailed by over seven points entering the final minute, only to pull off miraculous come-from-behind wins. 

On Wednesday, the task seemed even more insurmountable as teams were 0-1,414 when trailing by nine or more points in the final minute in the playoffs (play-by-play era). The Pacers became "the one" in 1-1,414, establishing themselves as one of the most resilient teams ever.

"We're like a college team"

So, what's the secret behind Indiana's ability to erase late deficits? The easiest answer would be the proliferation of the three-point shot, which allows it to score in bunches. However, Haliburton cites his team's youth and camaraderie for the remarkable turn of events.

"We're just a group that has spent a lot of time with each other," he said, via ESPN's Jamal Collier. "I think that just gives us all confidence in each other. I've seen people joke about us. We're like a college team with how close we are and how we've been together. We're all super young. But man, it's special. I love playing with these guys."

Haliburton has already made three clutch shots in the playoffs, including two buzzer-beating game-winners against the Cavaliers and Bucks, and Wednesday's shot against the Knicks that forced the game into overtime. 

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark summed up these Pacers perfectly.