Gavin Schall is joined by Locked On Pacers Host Tony East for a DEEP DIVE on Knicks-Pacers as the two Eastern Conference Powerhouses battle for a spot in the NBA Finals. 

They explore what's new with the Pacers, including an improved defense, a more seasoned Tyrese Haliburton, and the return of Bennedict Mathurin. Then they explore the Knicks side, including the surprising struggles of their starting lineup, the wings as X-Factors, and if KAT will be unleashed. 

Finally, they conclude the episode with their predictions as both hosts expect this one to go the distance. 

Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the Knicks vs. Pacers matchup and discover which team has the edge in this high-stakes series.

Timestamps

0:00 Intro: Previewing Knicks-Pacers Conference Finals

5:52 Tyrese Haliburton's improvement and impact

11:35 Andrew Nembhard and Benedict Mathurin's roles

15:44 Pacers' improved defense and Knicks' struggles

23:01 Rebounding battle and Karl-Anthony Towns' involvement

27:59 X-factors and keys to the series

32:54 Transition defense challenges for both teams

36:42 Predictions: Pacers in 7 vs Knicks in 7

Want to talk hoops with us? Join us on Subtext! 

📲  https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonknicks

Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOKnicks?sid=YouTube

Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More

🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS!

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.

Monarch Money
This Episode is brought to you by Monarch Money. Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.

Prizepicks
This episode is brought to you by Prizepicks. Download the app today and use code LOCKEDONNBA to get $50 instantly when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks—Run Your Game!
 

Network Initiatives

Every Dayers -We want to make The Every Dayer a cool thing to be. The truest fan is the Every Dayer. You reward your Every Dayers. An example “The Every Dayer might recall the show last week on Dak Prescott’s down field accuracy ……” “Every Dayers might have heard this before and I am going to say it again, if the Angels can’t win with Mike Trout …..” Create your Every Dayers community by referencing back to previous episodes, teasing ahead to future episodes, and getting engagement on social media and YouTube.

Horizontal Teasing - Tease and push what you will be doing tomorrow or later in the week on the show. When you come out of a commercial, “Thanks for making Locked On Giants your first listen and tomorrow we will be looking at the bullpen to see if we can find a solution to the issues.” “Thanks for making Locked on Flames your first listen and remember Thursday is always Throwback Thursday on the show this week we look back at ....”

First Listen - Start your podcast every day thanking your listeners for making you their first listen. The primary goal is to "train" your listener to make Locked On the first listen of their day and therefore increase the amount of episodes they listen to in a week.

POSTCASTS - Not only do we cover your team, every day, but now we are giving you instant episodes after every single game! Check out the Locked On (Team Name) POSTCAST right here on the Locked On (Team Name) podcast feed, as well as streaming on the Locked On (City Name) YouTube channel. Get rapid reaction to all the biggest moments with the Locked On (Team Name) POSTCAST.

Sponsor Show Notes (include all in each episode)

CarGurus
Buy or sell your next car today with CarGurus at CarGurus.com to make sure your big deal is the best deal.

SKIMS
Shop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.
 

Monarch Money
Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.

FanDuel
Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

#Knicks #NewYorkKnicks #NBA