In a thrilling Game 6 showdown with the New York Knicks, the Indiana Pacers punched their ticket to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000. Led by Pascal Siakam's stellar performance and named the series MVP, the Pacers are set to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder for the coveted Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. The Eastern Conference finals harkened back to the year 2000 when the Pacers defeated the Knicks to secure their last Finals appearance, stirring nostalgia among fans and players alike.
While the Pacers are gearing up for their Finals challenge, let's take a trip down memory lane to the year of their last championship quest. From Tiger Woods' dominance on the golf course to Santana's chart-topping hit "Maria Maria", the sports and entertainment landscape was buzzing with excitement. As we reflect on the last time the Pacers graced the Finals stage, it's clear that both on and off the court, 2000 was a remarkable year filled with unforgettable moments and accomplishments that have shaped the sports world to this day.