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Celtics Outlast Pacers in Game 1 of East Finals

Tatum Scores 36 and Brown Hits Clutch 3-Pointer to Force Overtime as Boston Rallies Past Indiana

The Boston Celtics escaped with a 133-128 overtime win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the 2024 Eastern Conference finals on Tuesday.

Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 36 points, while Jaylen Brown added 33 points, including a clutch 3-pointer to tie the game with just seconds remaining in regulation.

The Pacers were led by Domantas Sabonis, who had 26 points and 21 rebounds. Myles Turner added 22 points and 10 rebounds for Indiana.

The Celtics will host the Pacers in Game 2 on Thursday night.

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