The Indiana Pacers rallied past the Boston Celtics 133-131 after All-Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton suffered a hamstring injury, with Bennedict Mathurin scoring 26 points including deciding free throws with 0.6 seconds remaining.

Why It Matters

This victory is a testament to the resilience of the Indiana Pacers, who overcame adversity after the injury to their key player, Tyrese Haliburton, demonstrating the team's ability to adapt and perform under pressure.

By the Numbers
  • Bennedict Mathurin scored 26 points, including the game-winning free throws with 0.6 seconds left.
  • All-Star Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 40 points for the Celtics.
State of Play
  • Tyrese Haliburton suffered a hamstring injury and the severity will be determined after an MRI scheduled for Tuesday.
  • Indiana Pacers completed a two-game home series against the top team in the Eastern Conference.
What's Next

The Celtics will host Minnesota, while the Pacers will host Washington on Wednesday.