Celtics Complete Sweep Of Pacers, Advance To East Semis
The Boston Celtics are moving on in the NBA Playoffs after sweeping the Indiana Pacers.
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The Boston Celtics are moving on in the NBA Playoffs after sweeping the Indiana Pacers.
Jaylen Brown scored 23 points and Kyrie Irving added 19 to help the Boston Celtics beat the Indiana Pacers 104-96 on Friday night for a 3-0 lead in the first-round series.
The Celtics own a 2-0 lead over the Indiana Pacers, but they were far from perfect in their two victories in Boston. They're going to be much better over the next two games in Indiana if they want to end the series before the weekend is over.
Irving was in full "Playoff Kyrie" mode Wednesday night in Game 2, leading Boston to a comeback win over the Pacers.
The Celtics own a 2-0 series lead over the Pacers thanks to big nights from Kyrie Irving and Jayson Tatum in Wednesday night's Game 2.
The Boston Celtics are looking to take a 2-0 series lead over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night, and Al Horford will be there to help them out.
Rest up your thumbs, Boston sports fans. You and your remote have a busy Wednesday night ahead of you.
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The Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers will begin their playoff series Sunday afternoon at TD Garden.
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Jason Tatum scored 22 points and Gordon Hayward added 21 in his return to Indianapolis on Friday night, leading the Boston Celtics to a crucial 117-97 victory over the Pacers.
Jaylen Brown was really hoping to be back on the floor for Boston's must-win tilt with the Indiana Pacers on Friday. But the guard will miss his third straight game after tweaking his back on Monday.
The Celtics and Pacers can't clinch anything on Friday night. But their clash in Indiana is still a must-win for both teams.
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Gordon Hayward scored 25 points, Kyrie Irving added 23 and the Boston Celtics pulled away in the final minutes to beat the Miami Heat 112-102 on Wednesday night.
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