Celtics Escape with Game 1 Victory Over Pacers in Eastern Conference Finals
Celtics rally from 30-point deficit to win in overtime
By Justin Leger | November 1, 2023
BOSTON -- The Boston Celtics escaped with a 133-128 overtime win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the 2024 Eastern Conference Finals on Tuesday night.
The Pacers opened up a 30-point lead in the first half, but the Celtics rallied back to tie the game at 114-114 at the end of regulation.
In overtime, the Celtics outscored the Pacers 19-14 to secure the victory.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 32 points and 12 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 28 points and 7 rebounds.
Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 33 points, while Myles Turner added 25 points and 10 rebounds.
The Celtics now hold a 1-0 lead in the series, with Game 2 scheduled for Thursday night in Boston.
Conclusion
The Celtics' victory was a testament to their resilience and determination. They never gave up, even when they were down by 30 points.
The Pacers, on the other hand, will need to make some adjustments if they want to win Game 2. They can't afford to let the Celtics score 81 points in the first half again.
Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals will be played on Thursday, November 2, at 8:30 PM ET on ESPN.
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