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Tatum Scores 36, Brown Hits 3 to Force OT, and Celtics Edge Pacers 133-128 in Game 1 of East Finals
Boston Takes Early Lead
The Celtics came out firing, taking an early 12-0 lead. However, the Pacers fought back, led by Myles Turner and Tyrese Haliburton, and trailed by only five points at the end of the first quarter.
Pacers Battle Back
The Pacers continued to chip away at the Celtics' lead in the second quarter, and eventually took the lead late in the half. The Celtics managed to tie the game at 62-62 going into halftime.
Celtics Regain Control
The Celtics regained control of the game in the third quarter, taking a 10-point lead. However, the Pacers refused to give up, and they managed to cut the lead to just three points heading into the fourth quarter.
Brown Forces Overtime
The Pacers took the lead early in the fourth quarter, but the Celtics fought back and eventually tied the game with just seconds remaining. Jayson Tatum hit a jumper with 1.6 seconds left to force overtime.
Celtics Win in Overtime
The Celtics took control of the game in overtime, and they eventually won by a score of 133-128. Tatum led the Celtics with 36 points, while Jaylen Brown added 28 points. Haliburton led the Pacers with 25 points.
Conclusion
The Celtics took a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals with their overtime win over the Pacers. The Celtics will look to take a 2-0 lead when the two teams meet again on Tuesday night.
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