Celtics Survive Pacers Scare to Take 2-0 Lead in Eastern Conference Finals
Indiana Nearly Pulls Off Upset, But Boston Takes Game 2 111-105
The Boston Celtics took a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals with a hard-fought 111-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night. The Pacers, who were without injured star Tyrese Haliburton, gave the Celtics a run for their money, but Boston ultimately pulled away in the fourth quarter.
Jayson Tatum Leads the Way for Celtics
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Jaylen Brown added 23 points, and Marcus Smart chipped in with 18. The Celtics shot 47.6% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range.
Pacers Show Grit and Determination
Despite being without Haliburton, the Pacers played with great heart and determination. Domantas Sabonis led the Pacers with 24 points and 17 rebounds. Caris LeVert added 20 points, and Malcolm Brogdon chipped in with 18. The Pacers shot 46.7% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range.
Game 3 Shifts to Indiana
The series now shifts to Indiana for Game 3 on Thursday night. The Pacers will be hoping to get Haliburton back in the lineup, but even if he does play, they will face a tough task against a Celtics team that is playing with great confidence.
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