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Pacers vs Celtics Final: 133-131 - Recap
Bennedict Mathurin went off for 26 points and added 4 rebounds leading Indiana over Boston, 133-131, on Monday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The Pacers were a +3.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 246.0.
Aaron Nesmith had 17 points for Indiana and Myles Turner chipped in with 16 points. T.J. McConnell had 7 assists for the Pacers, while Jalen Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Celtics got a 40-point performance from Jaylen Brown, who was supported by 21 points from Jrue Holiday. Kristaps Porzingis had 7 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Payton Pritchard grabbed 7 rebounds.
The Pacers hit the break losing 68-59 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 42 boards, while Indiana only had 39
Indiana looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wizards. The Celtics will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Minnesota.