Celtics News: Three Things You Might Have Missed in Game 1

Derrick White with the Ball, a New Game 2 Mentality, and Zero

Derrick White has been a revelation for the Celtics this season, and he was at his best in Game 1 against the Pacers. He finished with 23 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, and he was a major factor in Boston's victory. White was particularly effective in the fourth quarter, when he hit a pair of big three-pointers to help the Celtics pull away.

ESPN's Biggest Takeaways from Game 1 Between Celtics and Pacers

ESPN's Tim Bontemps had some interesting takeaways from Game 1 between the Celtics and Pacers. First, he noted that the Celtics' defense was much better in the second half than it was in the first half. Second, he pointed out that the Pacers were able to get to the rim too easily, and that the Celtics need to do a better job of protecting the paint. Finally, he said that the Celtics need to find a way to get more consistent from three-point range.

Caleb Martin and Bam Adebayo Deliver Hard Hits in Celtics Win Over Heat

The Celtics' victory over the Heat on Sunday was a physical one, and Caleb Martin and Bam Adebayo were two of the most physical players on the court. Martin clipped Jayson Tatum in the fourth quarter, causing Tatum to leave the game for a few minutes. Adebayo, meanwhile, was involved in a number of scrums and altercations throughout the game. Despite the physicality, the Celtics were able to come away with the win, and they will now look to take a 2-0 lead in the series on Tuesday.