The Celtics trotted out their twin bigs lineup in an effort to find some of last years magic. The Pacers, who play big at all times were the perfect game to do it for. What unfolded was a game that will have us all salivating for this potential first round matchup.
The first half was a back and forth affair. The Celtics drew first blood in the first charging out to a 10-point lead led behind the balanced scoring efforts of Irving, Baynes, and Brown.
The Pacers responded with an 18-5 run and took the lead briefly before a Celtics 8-0 run put them back in the drivers seat for the rest of the half.