Boston Celtics Survive Overtime Thriller

Pacers Force Game 2 in Eastern Conference Semifinals

Live Coverage of Celtics vs Pacers NBA Game on ESPN

The Boston Celtics escaped with a 133-128 overtime win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of their 2024 Eastern Conference Semifinal series on Monday night. The Celtics were led by Jayson Tatum's 31 points, while Malcolm Brogdon added 29 and Jaylen Brown contributed 27. The Pacers were led by Tyrese Haliburton's 25 points, while Buddy Hield added 24 and Myles Turner had 23. The Celtics will host the Pacers in Game 2 on Wednesday night before the series shifts to Indiana for Games 3 and 4.