Mon Dec 29 00:50:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Boston Celtics defeated the Indiana Pacers 140-122, fueled by a dominant offensive performance. Jaylen Brown led the scoring with 30 points, supported by Payton Pritchard’s 29 points and Sam Hauser’s 23 points. The Celtics shot exceptionally well from three-point range, making 20 of 39 attempts. Despite trailing early, Boston took control in the second quarter with a 47-point outburst. Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 18 points. The Celtics extended their winning streak to four games and continue their road trip in Portland.

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Celtics Catch Fire From Deep, Torch Pacers 140-122

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The Boston Celtics unleashed a barrage of three-pointers on Friday night, dismantling the Indiana Pacers 140-122 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Jaylen Brown spearheaded the Celtics’ attack with 30 points, but it was the team’s overall sharp shooting from beyond the arc that proved too much for the struggling Pacers.

Boston connected on 20 of their 39 three-point attempts, while Indiana managed 18 of 44. Reserve Sam Hauser was particularly lethal, sinking 7 of 8 from three-point range en route to 23 points. Payton Pritchard added 29 points and nine rebounds, and Derrick White contributed 21 points.

The Pacers initially held a 15-point lead in the first quarter, but the Celtics quickly turned the tide. A dominant second quarter, highlighted by a 47-point explosion, put Boston firmly in control, leading to a comfortable 75-61 halftime advantage.

Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 18 points, but the effort wasn’t enough to overcome the Celtics’ offensive firepower.

The win marks the Celtics’ fourth straight victory as they continue their five-game road trip. They next face the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. The Pacers (6-25) will look to rebound on Saturday when they visit the Miami Heat.

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