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Jayson Tatum Shines in Celtics' Victory over Pacers
Tatum's Late Blocks Secure 129-124 Triumph
Boston, MA - January 10, 2023
Jayson Tatum exploded for 30 points, including crucial late blocks, as the Boston Celtics held off the Indiana Pacers 129-124 in a thrilling NBA clash. The Celtics, who shot 52.2% from the field, withstood a late charge from the Pacers to secure their sixth straight win.
Tatum, the Celtics' leading scorer, connected on 13-of-23 shots while also grabbing eight rebounds and dishing out five assists. Malcolm Brogdon added 24 points and eight assists for the Celtics, while Al Horford contributed 16 points and 11 rebounds.
The Pacers, who were led by Tyrese Haliburton's 33 points, fought back from a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter. However, Tatum's timely blocks on Mathurin and Jackson in the final minutes sealed the victory for Boston.
"It was a tough game, but we found a way to win," said Tatum. "We made some big plays down the stretch, and our defense was solid when we needed it."
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