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Boston Celtics Overcome 18-Point Deficit to Stun Pacers in Game 3

Box Score: Boston Celtics 122, Indiana Pacers 114

The Boston Celtics overcame an 18-point deficit to stun the Indiana Pacers 122-114 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on May 21, 2024. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 36 points, while Jaylen Brown hit a key three-pointer to force overtime.

The Celtics trailed 90-72 with just over 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. However, they rallied behind Tatum and Brown to tie the game at 108-108 at the end of regulation.

In overtime, the Celtics took control of the game. Tatum scored the first five points of the extra period, and the Celtics never looked back. They eventually won by eight points, taking a 3-0 lead in the series.

The Pacers were led by Tyrese Haliburton, who had 24 points. Myles Turner added 20 points and 10 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Celtics.

The Celtics will now have a chance to close out the series in Game 4 on May 23. The Pacers will need to win three straight games to advance to the NBA Finals.