It is a moment New York Knicks fans have tried to forget, but a moment Indiana Pacers fans will forever treasure. It was one of the greatest blocks of all time and it happened at a crucial moment. Up by two, the Knicks put the ball in their superstar’s hands to extend their lead. He drove to the basket, but was met by 7 foot center Roy Hibbert who barely had to leave the ground to make a play.
Hibbert puts his arm up, barely jumps off the ground and meets Anthony’s hand perfectly. Overpowering him, he denies Anthony the basket and allows the Pacers to take the ball to the other side of the floor and tie the game. The rejection had a huge impact on the result of the game, which was a do or die for the Knicks. The Pacers outscored the Knicks 16-7 to finish the game and to send the Knicks home packing. The Pacers went on to the Eastern Conference Finals where they were also sent home packing by the Miami Heat.
