Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks (18/12/25): US, UK, India, Japan start timings, date, venue, how to watch, odds, and more

Get ready for an exciting Eastern Conference clash as the Indiana Pacers take on the New York Knicks on December 18, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Fans should brace themselves for some thrilling action as the Pacers try to bounce back and the Knicks look to keep their winning streak alive. Keep an eye on star players like Pascal Siakam and Karl-Anthony Towns, who might just shine, while injury news could shake up some lineups.

No matter if you're in the US, UK, India, or Japan, you can catch this game on various TV channels and streaming platforms. Experts are already chiming in, hinting at a thrilling and competitive showdown. With playoff spots and momentum at stake, this isn't just any regular-season game; it's a real test of determination and strategy.

Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks: Game date and venue

The game is set for Thursday, December 18, 2025. It'll be held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, which is the Pacers' home arena. This venue opened its doors in 1999 and got its new name in 2021.

It can hold around 17,500 fans for basketball and will be the main spot for Indiana's NBA games in the 2025-26 season. The tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET, which fits right in with the Pacers' usual home game times during the regular season.

Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks start times in US, UK, India, and Japan

Fans across time zones can tune in as follows, based on the 7:00 p.m. ET start:

• US (Eastern Time): 7:00 p.m. ET on December 18, 2025.
• UK (GMT): 12:00 a.m. GMT on December 19, 2025 (five hours ahead of ET).
• India (IST): 5:30 a.m. IST on December 19, 2025 (10.5 hours ahead of ET).
• Japan (JST): 9:00 a.m. JST on December 19, 2025 (14 hours ahead of ET).

These conversions take into account the usual time differences without any daylight saving changes, since the game takes place in the winter months when most areas stick to standard time.

How to watch the Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks

Viewers have multiple options for catching the action live:

• TV Channels: The game is available on FanDuel Sports Indiana (FDSIN) for Pacers fans, Madison Square Garden (MSG) for Knicks fans, and WALV for extra regional coverage.
• Streaming Services: NBA League Pass lets out-of-market fans watch live and on-demand games, but keep in mind there are blackout restrictions. Fubo has the game available for streaming with a free trial, plus it includes regional sports networks. You can catch the game on Amazon Prime Video as part of their NBA package, and Pluto TV offers free streaming for certain viewers.
• Radio: Listen to the Pacers on the radio at 93.5/107.5 FM in Indianapolis.

This contest won't have any national broadcasts, so it's just a regional thing. If you're an international fan outside the specified areas, you can catch it on NBA League Pass.

Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks: Team form and key players to watch

New York Knicks

The Knicks have a well-rounded offense, hitting 48.1% from the field, which is 0.6% higher than the average of their opponents in the Pacers' games. They hold a 14-7 record against teams in the Eastern Conference and are 1-1 in games decided by a single possession.

Key players are Karl-Anthony Towns, who puts up impressive points when he's fit, and Jalen Brunson, the All-NBA point guard leading their offense. New York's defense is one of the stronger ones in the league, giving up 46.0% shooting from their opponents.

Indiana Pacers

Indiana's shooting percentage stands at 43.0%, which is 3.0% below the Knicks' average for defense. They have a disappointing 3-13 record in games that are decided by 10 points or more, showing their inconsistency.


Leading the team is Pascal Siakam with 23.8 points per game, while Bennedict Mathurin chips in with 20.1 PPG and Andrew Nembhard contributes 17.3 PPG and 6.6 APG. The Pacers maintain their quick style of play, but their execution has dropped off without Haliburton.

Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks: Injury updates

Knicks Injuries

• OG Anunoby: Questionable (Left Knee Contusion)
• Josh Hart: Questionable (Abdominal Rectus Abdominus Strain)
• Miles McBride: Out (Left Ankle Sprain)
• Mitchell Robinson: Questionable (Left Ankle Injury Management)
• Landry Shamet: Out (Right Shoulder Sprain)
• Karl-Anthony Towns: Questionable (Left Knee Soreness)

Pacers Injuries

• Tyrese Haliburton: Out for Season (Right Achilles Tendon Tear)
• Aaron Nesmith: Out (Left Knee MCL Sprain)
• Ben Sheppard: Out (Left Calf Strain)
• Obi Toppin: Out (Right Foot Stress Fracture)

These updates could shift rotations, with Indiana particularly thin at guard and forward.

Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks: Predictions

Analysts are leaning towards the Knicks to cover the spread, pointing out their winning streak and defensive advantage, with a predicted score of 123.6-109.8 favoring New York.

numberFire's models show that New York's win probability matches the moneyline odds. For the Pacers, if Siakam and Nembhard perform well at home, they might keep the game tight, especially if some of the Knicks' questionable players don't play.

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