Sema Fonkem 01/06/2025

Indiana Pacer’s power forward Pascal Siakam has won the title of the Most Value Player (MVP) after Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals 2025 against New York Knicks by just one vote over his teammate Tyrese Haliburton.

Standing at 2.03m tall, Siakam received five of the nine media panel votes with 24.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.5 assists over the six-game series with total of 31 point against the Pacers. The three-time NBA All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection baller knows exactly how to up his game, deliver fast paces and 3-pointers when need arises.

“Shoutout Indy, man. It’s been such an amazing experience. From day one, I’ve felt the love,” said Siakam. “After that tough Game 5, we wanted to bounce back. I have 100% belief in my teammates—and we showed that tonight.” said Siakam while speaking to TNT broadcast.

Originally from Cameroon, 31 years old Siakam started his professional career while playing college basketball for New Mexico Aggies where he won the 2016 Western Athletic Conference Player of year. He was the 27th overall pick by Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft where he played until 2023 before being traded to Indiana Pacers.

Siakam and the Pacers will now to have start preparing to take on Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2025 NBA Finals with Game 1 scheduled for 6th June.