2000 NBA Finals Appearance
Indiana's first NBA Finals run ended in six games to the Lakers.
The Indiana Pacers made their first NBA Finals appearance in 2000, losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in six games.
Quick Facts
- Regular season record
- 56-26 (1st in Central Division)
Lore & Background
The Pacers reached the 2000 NBA Finals as the Eastern Conference champion, having finished the regular season with a 56–26 record. They defeated the Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, and New York Knicks in the playoffs. The Finals were played under a 2–3–2 format, and the Pacers lost the series 4–2.
Reader's Guide
The Pacers' 2000 NBA Finals appearance was their first in franchise history. They would not return to the Finals until 2025. The series featured the Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal as Finals MVP.
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