It’s no secret that when it comes to the NBA playoffs, matchups can mean everything. In theory, an NBA playoff series can be considered a glorified chess match, each piece serving a greater purpose, but a specific role.
The Indiana Pacers will take on the Boston Celtics this weekend in what will be the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Heading into the season, both teams had high hopes for what they could accomplish. However, inconsistency by the Celtics throughout the entirety of the season has caused the team to constantly shift its approach. For the Pacers, their season took a dramatic turn due to the injury to Victor Oladipo in January.