On Friday evening, the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers faced off at Madison Square Garden. The Pacers won Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals by a score of 114-109. After their big win, Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson sent out a post (via X). Johnson wrote: "Indiana Pacers shocked the world again by beating the New York Knicks 114-109 at home. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 39 points! They are playing great full court pressure defense and excellent team basketball on offense. That’s why they are up 2-0 in the Series!" Many fans commented on Johnson's post. @blezbets: "Best team since the spurs with Duncan" @therealdwhite1: "Again magic with the top tier analysis!!! Thank you magic!" @JaylanKnows: "Only casuals are shocked. Those that actually watch ball, know this isn’t shocking" @im_shiva96: "Respectfully Magic its not shocking. People just didn’t respect the Pacers inspite of the ECF run last year." @SusanAMcVay: "It’s not shocking to @Pacers fans! We’re just waiting for everyone else to f
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