Pacers Overcome Celtics in Overtime Thriller, Ending Boston's Unbeaten Streak

Indiana Pacers show resilience by defeating the defending champions 135-132, highlighting growth and early challenges for both teams.

The Pacers led by as many as 24 points but allowed the Celtics to force overtime, ultimately securing the win with a decisive 3-pointer by Pascal Siakam.
Pascal Siakam scored 29 points, contributing significantly alongside Bennedict Mathurin, who added 30 points off the bench for Indiana.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points, but Boston struggled with shooting consistency, especially from three-point range.
The Celtics' fourth-quarter comeback highlighted their potential but also exposed early-season issues such as energy and execution lapses.
The Pacers' victory marks a significant early-season win, breaking a three-game losing streak and demonstrating improved resilience under pressure.