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Pacers NBA Finals proves small-market teams can still achieve greatness, as Oklahoma City and Indiana defy expectations

The Pacers have finally ended the franchise's 25-year NBA Finals drought, achieving the unthinkable after starting 10-15 and looking like anything but a title contender.

Both finalists play in a fun, engaging style and are set up for more postseason success in the ... and 13 assists as the Pacers drub the Knicks to clinch an NBA Finals berth.

After grabbing a 2-0 series advantage by winning both games in New York, the Pacers were looking on course to sweep when they pushed out front 55-35 deep into the second quarter Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. True to their nickname and the Indy 500 race held earlier in the day, they played fast, shot well and had the Knicks on their heels.

The Indiana Pacers advnaced to the NBA Finals after beating the New York Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Here are your takeaways!