Jrue Holiday ensured he got his roses after Jaylen Brown scored 26 points in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers. Brown’s heroics helped the Celtics win 133–128 in overtime.
With 5.7 seconds left in regulation time, the forward made a clutch 3-pointer to tie the game, making him the game’s hero. Brown was forced overtime with a corner three after Holiday had inbounded the ball to him. The Celts won the game and the series 1-0.
In an interview with the media following the victory, Holiday praised Jaylen Brown: “I saw Jaylen wide open. It’s a great shot. He pretty much did everything.”
Jaylen Brown repeatedly swung the game until he hit the game-winning shot. He also finished the game with seven rebounds, five assists, and 26 points. Jayson Tatum took the lead with a game-high 36 points and 12 rebounds. Holiday had a fantastic game with 28 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists. Derrick White and Al Horford both scored 15 points.
Tyrese Haliburton scored 25 points for the Pacers. Myles Turner finished with 23 points and ten rebounds, and Pascal Siakam finished with 24 points and 12 rebounds. However, it was insufficient to overcome the Celtics’ offense, which displayed clinical play in the Garden on Tuesday night to take the lead.
ESPN NBA Broadcaster Also Praised Jaylen Brown for His Clutch Shot
Enthusiastic NBA fans have always been captivated by Mike Breen’s ability to call the game.
Jaylen Brown made a crucial three-pointer to send the game into overtime, prompting the ESPN NBA commentator to make his infrequent “double bang” call.
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Breen couldn’t resist using his trademark “Bang! Bang!” cry to highlight the outstanding performance. Moreover, It was a pivotal moment that set the tone for the entire season. In related news, the episode featured Red Sox legend David Ortiz rejoicing following Jaylen Brown’s game-winning shot in the TD Garden stands.
As per the NBA schedule, Game 2 between the two teams will occur at the exact location on Thursday, May 23, at 8 p.m. ET. Shortly after, the action moves to Gainbridge Fieldhouse, where the Pacers will try to defeat Boston and Jaylen Brown.
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