Pacers Fall to Celtics in Overtime Thriller
Dramatic Finish Stuns Home Crowd
The Indiana Pacers fought valiantly, but ultimately fell short to the Boston Celtics in an overtime thriller at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday night. The final score was 124-119, with the Celtics securing the victory in the extra period.
Pacers' Strong Start Fades in Second Half
The Pacers started the game strong, leading by as many as 10 points in the first quarter. However, the Celtics chipped away at the lead throughout the second and third quarters, eventually taking a four-point advantage heading into the fourth.
Overtime Heartbreak
The Pacers showed their resilience in the fourth quarter, battling back to tie the game at 108-108 with just seconds remaining. However, Jaylen Brown's jumper at the buzzer forced the game into overtime.
In overtime, the Celtics proved to be too much for the Pacers. Jayson Tatum led the way for Boston with 31 points, while Malcolm Brogdon scored a team-high 27 for Indiana.
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