Caitlin Clark was not on the court during the Pacers’ Game 6 win over the Knicks, but she still made her presence felt. Sitting courtside with her Indiana Fever teammates, Lexi Hull and Aliyah Boston, Clark celebrated a key moment during the game by mimicking Jalen Brunson’s signature 3-point celebration after Tyrese Haliburton knocked down a three-pointer.
Clark is currently sidelined due to a quad injury, which prevented her from participating in the game. However, she took the opportunity to cheer on the Pacers and poke fun at Brunson, the Knicks’ point guard. The Pacers defeated the Knicks 125-108, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000. They will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the championship series.
Brunson’s celebration has intrigued fans, as he has been somewhat secretive about its origins. After a playoff game in 2023, he told ESPN’s Lisa Salters to "not worry about it" when asked about the celebration, although he later shared some details with a reporter from the New York Post.
Despite being injured, Clark’s excitement for the game was clear. She might have been one of the best 3-point shooters in the arena, and fans are eager to see if she will bring the celebration to the Fever once she returns to the court.
The Pacers’ victory was marked by a strong performance from Pascal Siakam, who scored 31 points and narrowly edged out Haliburton for the series MVP. The Knicks struggled defensively throughout the game, turning the ball over 17 times, which contributed to their elimination from the playoffs.
As the Pacers prepare for the Finals, excitement is building among fans, especially with the chance to win their first NBA title.