Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics: Game Summary
Boston Celtics Win Game 1 117-112
Pacers Take On Celtics In Game 1 Of Eastern Conference Finals
The Boston Celtics beat the Indiana Pacers 117-112 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday night. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 24 points, while Jaylen Brown added 26 points and nine rebounds. Malcolm Brogdon led the Pacers with 25 points, while Tyrese Haliburton added 22 points and eight assists.
The Celtics led by just two points at halftime, but they pulled away in the third quarter. They outscored the Pacers 32-25 in the third, and they took a 12-point lead into the fourth quarter. The Pacers cut the lead to six points in the fourth quarter, but the Celtics held on for the win.
The Celtics' defense was the key to their victory. They held the Pacers to just 42% shooting from the field, and they forced 15 turnovers. The Celtics also outrebounded the Pacers 46-35.
The Pacers will host the Celtics in Game 2 on Friday night.
Player Box Scores
Indiana Pacers
- Malcolm Brogdon: 25 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists
- Tyrese Haliburton: 22 points, 8 assists, 4 rebounds
- Buddy Hield: 18 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists
- Jalen Smith: 16 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists
- Myles Turner: 12 points, 7 rebounds, 3 blocks
Boston Celtics
- Jayson Tatum: 24 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists
- Jaylen Brown: 26 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists
- Marcus Smart: 17 points, 6 assists, 4 rebounds
- Al Horford: 16 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists
- Robert Williams III: 12 points, 12 rebounds, 2 blocks
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[shot_charts]Conclusion
The Boston Celtics passed their toughest test of the postseason with a 117-112 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Celtics were led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, who combined for 50 points. The Pacers were led by Malcolm Brogdon, who scored 25 points. The Celtics will host the Pacers in Game 2 on Friday night.
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