Former Hoosiers Shine in 2025 NBA Playoffs With Strong Performances

NEW YORK, NY — The 2025 NBA playoffs are in full swing, featuring four former Indiana Hoosiers making significant impacts on their respective teams. OG Anunoby, Thomas Bryant, Trayce Jackson-Davis, and Kel'el Ware are all vying for playoff success this season.

In a thrilling game on Sunday, Anunoby and the New York Knicks secured a narrow 94-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. This win gives the Knicks a 3-1 series lead, putting them one game away from advancing. Anunoby has been a key contributor, averaging 15.8 points, four rebounds, and three steals over four postseason games. He is shooting 37.9 percent from the field, 26.1 percent from three-point range, and 92.9 percent from the free-throw line.

The Knicks are set to close out the series on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden against the Pistons. If they advance, they will face the winner of the Boston Celtics–Orlando Magic series, where the Celtics currently lead 3-1.

Meanwhile, the Indiana Pacers have taken control of their series against the Milwaukee Bucks, winning Game 4 on Sunday by a score of 129-103. This victory gives the Pacers a 3-1 edge in the series. Thomas Bryant has contributed with an average of 2.3 points and 2.5 rebounds in 12.3 minutes off the bench.

The Pacers are aiming to close out their series on Tuesday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and if they advance, will face either the Cleveland Cavaliers or Miami Heat, with the Cavaliers leading their series 3-0.

In the Western Conference, the Golden State Warriors lead the Houston Rockets 2-1. Trayce Jackson-Davis, however, has played sparingly, featuring in just one game and registering two points and two rebounds in four minutes.

In a closely watched battle, the Miami Heat will attempt to stay alive against the Cavaliers, trailing 3-0. Kel’el Ware has started all three playoff games for Miami, averaging 5.7 points and four rebounds per game, showcasing an impressive shooting percentage of 58.3 percent from the field.

The upcoming games promise excitement as former Hoosiers continue to showcase their talents on the NBA’s biggest stage.