The Indiana Pacers secured their spot in the NBA Finals after defeating the New York Knicks 125-108 in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The victory marks the Pacers’ second-ever Finals appearance, with their last trip coming in 2000. Talking about the contribution, their star forward Pascal Siakam averaged 24.8 points per game in the series and delivered a dominant 31-point performance in Game 6. He received the Eastern Conference Finals MVP honor as a result.
While this achievement is making noise in the community with loud celebrations from his supporters, BYU standout AJ Dybantsa has paid a silent tribute to Siakam on his social media handle.
AJ Dybantsa Honors Pascal Siakam After His ECF MVP Win
Pascal Siakam’s MVP win in the Eastern Conference Finals has created a buzz in the basketball world. One of the most silent yet powerful reactions came from top high school recruit AJ Dybantsa.
Siakam starred for the Pacers against the New York Knicks, scoring 31 points in Game 6. This strong performance helped the Pacers win the series 4-2 and earned him the 2024-25 ECF MVP award.
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Following the announcement, SwishCultures, a well-known basketball media outlet, shared the news on Instagram with the caption, “Pascal Siakam is ECF MVP 🔥.” In response, Dybantsa, the No. 1-ranked high school recruit, posted a silent tribute on his Instagram story, simply using two salute emojis.
Dybantsa, who stands 6’9″, is known for his all-around game. He can score, defend, and play multiple roles on the court. With a $7 million NIL value and the top recruit status, many BYU fans also expect him to shine in clutch moments just like Siakam did for the Indiana Pacers.
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Interestingly, the 19-year-old recently denied receiving a $7 million NIL offer from any university. While multiple outlets reported a massive offer last year, Dybantsa clarified that he didn’t receive any of that amount. Still, some reports suggest he maintains an NIL value between $5 and $7 million.
However, the Pacers are now preparing to face the OKC Thunder in the NBA Finals. Siakam’s performance in the conference finals is a clear indicator that he is going to have a key role in their quest for the championship.
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