The Boston Celtics are headed to the NBA Finals after a dominant performance in their Eastern Conference semi-final series, sweeping the Indiana Pacers 4-0. The clinching game was a nail-biter, but Jaylen Brown found Derrick White for a decisive three-pointer with just 45 seconds left, sealing a 105-102 victory.
Key Performances
Jaylen Brown shone brightly, scoring 29 points, while Jayson Tatum contributed a robust 26 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists. Their combined efforts helped the Celtics secure their second NBA Finals appearance in three seasons.
"It's been nothing but a grind, we haven't skipped any steps all season," Brown remarked after the game. "We've got a bunch of great guys in this locker room, tough guys. Our coaching staff has been great, front office great, and now we want to take the next step."
Coach's Praise
Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla praised his players' dedication and teamwork. "Look at all the talent, look at the players we have," he said. "It's really all about them, they let us coach them. They allow us to push them, they listen to us, and they set the temperature of the organization every single day."
Dominant Playoff Run
Boston has been formidable in the postseason, sweeping the Pacers and compiling a 12-2 record by also defeating the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers. This marks the 23rd time in franchise history that the Celtics will compete in the NBA Finals.
Looking Ahead
The Celtics await their opponent in the Finals, which will be either the Dallas Mavericks or the Minnesota Timberwolves. Currently, Dallas leads their series 3-0 and is set to host Minnesota for game four.
As the Celtics gear up for the final series, fans and analysts alike are excited to see if they can bring another championship back to Boston. Stay tuned for more updates as the NBA Finals approach!
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