The Indiana Pacers pulled off a historic comeback against the Milwaukee Bucks to secure their place in the second round of the NBA playoffs. Trailing by seven points with less than 40 seconds remaining, the Pacers became the first team in NBA history to win under such circumstances, following a staggering 0-1,609 record for teams in similar situations since 1997. Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton sealed the game with a clutch shot against the formidable Giannis Antetokounmpo, showcasing his poise under pressure.

The thrilling finish featured crucial plays, including a three-pointer by Andrew Nembhard and an and-one layup by Haliburton, which cut the Bucks' lead significantly. The Pacers now face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who dominated the regular season with a remarkable 64-18 record. Game 1 of the conference semifinals is set to take place at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.