The Boston Celtics escaped in Game 1 against the Indiana Pacers, with a 133-128 overtime win to take a 1-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference Finals.
The Celtics were on the ropes at the end of regulation, but Jaylen Brown saved the day with a clutch triple with 5.7 seconds remaining to send the game to overtime.
From there, the Celtics held their nerve down the stretch to seal the win.
Brown finished with 26 points, seven rebounds, five assists and three steals, while Jayson Tatum recorded a game-high 36 points and 12 rebounds. Jrue Holiday finished with 28 points, eight assists, seven rebounds and three steals.
Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 25 points and 10 assists, while Pascal Siakam added 24 points and Myles Turner 23.
Can the Pacers steal homecourt advantage in Game 2?
Here's everything you need to know about the Celtics and Pacers Conference Finals series, including TV and live-streaming information, tip-off times, betting odds and more.
What channel is Celtics vs Pacers Game 2 on?
- TV Channel: ESPN Australia/Kayo Sports
- Live stream: NBA League Pass
Game 2 of the Celtics vs Pacers will air on ESPN in Australia. Viewers can also stream the game on NBA League Pass.
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Celtics vs Pacers Game 2 start time
- Date: Friday, May 24
- Time: 10:00 a.m. AEST
Game 1 of the Celtics vs Pacers series will be played on Friday, May 24, with tip-off set for 10:00 a.m. AEST. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston.
Celtics vs Pacers betting odds
| Team | Odds to win Game 2 |
| Celtics | $1.26 |
| Pacers | $4.00 |
Celtics vs Pacers Conference Finals schedule
| Date | Game | Time (AEST)/Result | TV/Live stream |
| May 22 | Game 1 | Celtics 133, Pacers 128 | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| May 24 | Game 2 | 10:00 a.m. | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| May 26 | Game 3 | 10:30 a.m. | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| May 28 | Game 4 | 10:00 a.m. | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| May 30 | Game 5* | 10:00 a.m. | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| June 1 | Game 6* | 10:00 a.m. | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
| June 3 | Game 7* | 10:00 a.m. | ESPN/NBA League Pass |
*If necessary