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Knicks, Timberwolves Advance: NBA Finals Picture Coming Into Focus
May 18, 2025
The race to the 2025 NBA Finals is heating up as the conference finals deliver high drama and historic implications. With the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves already punching their tickets to the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, the stage is nearly set for what could be one of the most exciting Finals matchups in recent memory.
Knicks End Celtics’ Run, Eye First Finals Since 1999
The New York Knicks stunned the Boston Celtics with a dominant Game 6 performance, closing out the series 4-2 and sending Madison Square Garden into a frenzy. It marks the Knicks’ first trip to the Eastern Conference Finals in over two decades.
Jalen Brunson continued his stellar postseason run, while Julius Randle and Josh Hart provided crucial support. The Knicks will now face the Indiana Pacers, who eliminated the Cleveland Cavaliers in five games. This sets up a gritty, old-school showdown between two rising squads hungry for a Finals berth.
Timberwolves Await Their Western Foe
On the other side of the bracket, the Minnesota Timberwolves have advanced to the Western Conference Finals for just the second time in franchise history. Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns have propelled the Wolves past expectations, showcasing elite defense and high-octane offense.
Their opponent will be decided tonight, as the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder battle in a winner-takes-all Game 7. Either way, the Timberwolves are poised for a fierce fight as they chase their first-ever NBA Finals appearance.
Finals Begin June 5
The 2025 NBA Finals tip off on Thursday, June 5, with the league’s two conference champions meeting in a best-of-seven showdown. With history on the line and young stars stepping into the spotlight, this year’s Finals promise edge-of-your-seat action, compelling narratives, and global attention.
Stay tuned—NBA greatness is just around the corner.
