Tempers Flare in Knicks-Pacers Game 7: DiVincenzo and Siakam Receive Technical Fouls
- Game 7 between the Knicks and Pacers turns heated as players get into a spat.
- Donte DiVincenzo and Pascal Siakam both receive technical fouls during the altercation.
- Tension continues to rise in the matchup between the Knicks and Pacers.
In Game 7 between the Knicks and the Pacers, there was a moment of tension. A foul was called on Tyrese Haliburton against Donte DiVincenzo, but then it was changed. While waiting for a free throw, Pascal Siakam seemed to delay the game for a challenge. DiVincenzo tried to move Siakam, who got upset and pushed Isaiah Hartenstein. Coaches intervened to stop the situation from getting worse. Both Siakam and DiVincenzo got double technical fouls. The Knicks were losing 39-27 after the first quarter because the Pacers were shooting very well. Explanation: During the game, a foul was called but then reversed, causing confusion and frustration among the players. Siakam's actions of stalling and the subsequent confrontation led to technical fouls being given. Coaches had to step in to prevent things from escalating further. The Pacers' high shooting percentage contributed to their lead over the Knicks in the first quarter.