Pacers Bounce Back to Defeat Celtics After Friday Blowout

Indiana's strong paint presence and Tyrese Haliburton's leadership secure a 123-114 win in Boston, splitting the weekend series.

The Indiana Pacers overcame Friday's 37-point loss to the Celtics with a decisive 123-114 victory on Sunday at TD Garden.
Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 31 points, 7 assists, and 6 rebounds, while Indiana dominated the paint with 66 points inside.
Andrew Nembhard's return from injury proved critical, as he contributed 14 points and strong defense, limiting Jayson Tatum's early impact.
Boston struggled offensively, shooting just 29.6% from three-point range, with key players Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday still sidelined by injuries.
The Celtics now hold a narrow one-game lead over the Knicks for second place in the Eastern Conference standings after a 7-6 December record.