WEB Expert Recap and Game Analysis: Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics
Celtics Dominate Pacers in High-Scoring Affair
December 21, 2022 | ESPN
The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to four games with a resounding 118-101 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.
Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with a game-high 38 points, shooting 8-of-13 from three-point range and adding 13 rebounds. Malcolm Brogdon also had a strong performance, contributing 24 points and 6 assists.
The Pacers were led by Tyrese Haliburton's 20 points and 8 assists, but the team struggled offensively, shooting just 40.2% from the field. The Celtics, on the other hand, shot 47.4% from the field and made 15 three-pointers.
The Celtics defense was also impressive, holding the Pacers to just 101 points, well below their season average of 117.6 points per game.
Conclusion
With this victory, the Celtics move to 24-10 on the season, while the Pacers fall to 16-18. The Celtics remain one of the favorites to win the Eastern Conference this season, while the Pacers have some work to do to climb back into playoff contention.
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