2024 NBA Season

[inthelongrun]

I actually think tonight’s close game was good news for the Celtics. Indiana was going to come in and give it their all for game 1. Boston has a lot of injured players including Kristaps Porzingis who plays a decent sized role on the team. Holding off the Pacers while they have a great shooting night pretty much tells the tale that Boston wins this series quickly.

I was also expecting an easy series for Boston against the Pacers. But without Porzingis it'll be a hard for them because Indiana is very strong as well and who knows how many games they won in the regular season if Siakam was acquired pre-season.

Boston was leading but something was wrong with them in last quarter and it could be the reason why this team is yet to get their own first ring. Indiana was able to chase them and was actually winning before Jalen hit the 3 to force an OT. But pretty sure both teams will make adjustments for the next game.

[btc_angela]

I actually think tonight’s close game was good news for the Celtics. Indiana was going to come in and give it their all for game 1. Boston has a lot of injured players including Kristaps Porzingis who plays a decent sized role on the team. Holding off the Pacers while they have a great shooting night pretty much tells the tale that Boston wins this series quickly.

I was also expecting an easy series for Boston against the Pacers. But without Porzingis it'll be a hard for them because Indiana is very strong as well and who knows how many games they won in the regular season if Siakam was acquired pre-season.

Boston was leading but something was wrong with them in last quarter and it could be the reason why this team is yet to get their own first ring. Indiana was able to chase them and was actually winning before Jalen hit the 3 to force an OT. But pretty sure both teams will make adjustments for the next game.

It will not be an easy series for the Boston Celtics. I think Pacers will give everything they got in this series, Haliburton is going to be their leader and their roster is complete. Although as far as experience goes, the Celtics have the experience. Nevertheless, Pacers is not going to go away easily. Again, Haliburton is young and his mentality is very different.

He loves to trash talk as just what he did against the Knicks in their series. So you know that he is not going to back down from anyone, not even against the best team in the NBA. And this is a perfect chance for them to go into the finals after so many years so they will take this opportunity. And as we can see, they almost steal this one from Boston.

[Japinat]

I actually think tonight’s close game was good news for the Celtics. Indiana was going to come in and give it their all for game 1. Boston has a lot of injured players including Kristaps Porzingis who plays a decent sized role on the team. Holding off the Pacers while they have a great shooting night pretty much tells the tale that Boston wins this series quickly.

I was also expecting an easy series for Boston against the Pacers. But without Porzingis it'll be a hard for them because Indiana is very strong as well and who knows how many games they won in the regular season if Siakam was acquired pre-season.

Boston was leading but something was wrong with them in last quarter and it could be the reason why this team is yet to get their own first ring. Indiana was able to chase them and was actually winning before Jalen hit the 3 to force an OT. But pretty sure both teams will make adjustments for the next game.

It will not be an easy series for the Boston Celtics. I think Pacers will give everything they got in this series, Haliburton is going to be their leader and their roster is complete. Although as far as experience goes, the Celtics have the experience. Nevertheless, Pacers is not going to go away easily. Again, Haliburton is young and his mentality is very different.

He loves to trash talk as just what he did against the Knicks in their series. So you know that he is not going to back down from anyone, not even against the best team in the NBA. And this is a perfect chance for them to go into the finals after so many years so they will take this opportunity. And as we can see, they almost steal this one from Boston.

The Pacers have proven that they deserve to be in the Eastern Conference Finals, and that game was a testament to their ability to match the Celtics. They could have won game 1, as they were in control, but a few wrong plays allowed the Celtics to come back and tie the game. This series is going to be intense and could go to at least 6 games, so get ready for a possible game 7 because the Pacers aren't going anywhere.

By the way, who is interested in betting on the Pacers? Check out their betting odds to win the championship as it's very tempting. Currently, it's x40 in my book; check yours.

[Dave1]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

This is just game 1, and we've already seen how the Pacers are playing. It was a winnable game for them, but the Celtics got lucky with Brown's tough tying shot. In OT, the Celtics took over in the last two minutes and secured the win. That's fine—if the Pacers were able to come back from a 0-2 deficit before, I'm sure it's not hard for them to do it against the Celtics, even if they are the underdog.

Some thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but the result of game 1 proved them wrong. We have a series here, and I'm sure we will see more entertaining action ahead.

I wouldn't say it's lucky though, I mean Brown could have a good 3 point percentage. But if he didn't make it, will be over for the Celtics in game 1. But yeah, this is just game one and it shows that even if the Boston is the top seed, the Pacers have been in two tough series already and they are well built for this kind of big games.

Pacers are still a big underdog in game 2, but there could be NBA bettors who might go with them ML for a huge upset next game.

It will be a entertaining series for sure and I'm seeing the Pacers giving the Celtics a run in this series.

[arwin100]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

This is just game 1, and we've already seen how the Pacers are playing. It was a winnable game for them, but the Celtics got lucky with Brown's tough tying shot. In OT, the Celtics took over in the last two minutes and secured the win. That's fine—if the Pacers were able to come back from a 0-2 deficit before, I'm sure it's not hard for them to do it against the Celtics, even if they are the underdog.

Some thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but the result of game 1 proved them wrong. We have a series here, and I'm sure we will see more entertaining action ahead.

I wouldn't say it's lucky though, I mean Brown could have a good 3 point percentage. But if he didn't make it, will be over for the Celtics in game 1. But yeah, this is just game one and it shows that even if the Boston is the top seed, the Pacers have been in two tough series already and they are well built for this kind of big games.

Pacers are still a big underdog in game 2, but there could be NBA bettors who might go with them ML for a huge upset next game.

It will be a entertaining series for sure and I'm seeing the Pacers giving the Celtics a run in this series.

Maybe luck doesn't play any factor on this game since we see how intense the game is. Its just Celtics experience is showing up especially when they are in crucial minutes that's why they claim the win for game 1. But its not easy task for them to defeat Pacers in this game since we know how big the problem they brought for Celtics.

Pacers would provably be the underdog on game 2 but for sure there would be a lot of bettor would bet on their side since they see how big their potential to defeat Celtics on next game. Also this will really be an entertaining series since both team is eager to advance on Finals since they want to achieve to get a possible championship on their franchise since this would be a great achievement they can get for their team and also for their careers.

[Fredomago]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

This is just game 1, and we've already seen how the Pacers are playing. It was a winnable game for them, but the Celtics got lucky with Brown's tough tying shot. In OT, the Celtics took over in the last two minutes and secured the win. That's fine—if the Pacers were able to come back from a 0-2 deficit before, I'm sure it's not hard for them to do it against the Celtics, even if they are the underdog.

Some thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but the result of game 1 proved them wrong. We have a series here, and I'm sure we will see more entertaining action ahead.

I wouldn't say it's lucky though, I mean Brown could have a good 3 point percentage. But if he didn't make it, will be over for the Celtics in game 1. But yeah, this is just game one and it shows that even if the Boston is the top seed, the Pacers have been in two tough series already and they are well built for this kind of big games.

Pacers are still a big underdog in game 2, but there could be NBA bettors who might go with them ML for a huge upset next game.

It will be a entertaining series for sure and I'm seeing the Pacers giving the Celtics a run in this series.

I'm in the impression that Boston will take this big upset as Pacers almost take this game 1 in front of thier home crowd, though it's not a kind of luck it's more on taking the responsibility as we know that Brown is one of the leader of this squad, for the Pacers, they fell short during OT Haliburton's efforts almost been paid, but Celtics protects their home advantage.

Let see if how both teams will adjust this coming game 2, like you said after witnessing that thrilling game 1, for sure we will see more it's a series of adjustments for both squads.

[danherbias07]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

Truly amazing.

I mean, I was expecting the game to be a blowout and they are even calling the Boston Celtics the powerful team but then the Indiana Pacers fought so hard. First minutes of the game I was already frustrated with the Pacers while the Celtics gained a 12-0 run. Thankfully they have a champion named Siakam who has the experience to handle those things and he started the offense for his team. Then, they all followed, Obi Toppin was red hot in the first quarter too.
I am glad they didn't let it go to waste and just keep the game within range. I don't like watching blowout games at an early phase of the game.
Then Haliburton found his range too which is the key to winning their games. He had been less aggressive in this playoffs which is not his usual thing.
Third quarter, the Celtics tried to push through and made a gap but then the Pacers came back again.

I think the Pacers can win this series but they will have to be disciplined at every possession. I might bet for them in Game 2 if the odds are appealing or maybe add some spread.

[TravelMug]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

This is just game 1, and we've already seen how the Pacers are playing. It was a winnable game for them, but the Celtics got lucky with Brown's tough tying shot. In OT, the Celtics took over in the last two minutes and secured the win. That's fine—if the Pacers were able to come back from a 0-2 deficit before, I'm sure it's not hard for them to do it against the Celtics, even if they are the underdog.

Some thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but the result of game 1 proved them wrong. We have a series here, and I'm sure we will see more entertaining action ahead.

I wouldn't say it's lucky though, I mean Brown could have a good 3 point percentage. But if he didn't make it, will be over for the Celtics in game 1. But yeah, this is just game one and it shows that even if the Boston is the top seed, the Pacers have been in two tough series already and they are well built for this kind of big games.

Pacers are still a big underdog in game 2, but there could be NBA bettors who might go with them ML for a huge upset next game.

It will be a entertaining series for sure and I'm seeing the Pacers giving the Celtics a run in this series.

I'm in the impression that Boston will take this big upset as Pacers almost take this game 1 in front of thier home crowd, though it's not a kind of luck it's more on taking the responsibility as we know that Brown is one of the leader of this squad, for the Pacers, they fell short during OT Haliburton's efforts almost been paid, but Celtics protects their home advantage.

Let see if how both teams will adjust this coming game 2, like you said after witnessing that thrilling game 1, for sure we will see more it's a series of adjustments for both squads.

And if I'm not mistaken, everyone is saying that this could be a easy series for the Celtics as Pacers are tired and mentally depleted after that game 7 series against the arch-rival, the New York Knicks. Although issue I see for the Pacers here is turnovers. They have a perfect gameplan although, shooting outside and then them getting another freat percentage, play good defense. Unfortunately, the turnover kill it for them and the Celtics was able to made points out of it. If not for that, I think we might have seen the biggest upset in this series and it will lead to question Boston's ability again in make a comeback. Fortunately, Siakam was late in the switch and Jaylen Brown hit that crucial 3 point to force OT.

[Questat]

I think the Pacers can win this series but they will have to be disciplined at every possession. I might bet for them in Game 2 if the odds are appealing or maybe add some spread.

That's like a 20% chance. Yes, it's possible as the Pacers are an underrated team. In fact, the bookies are still giving very tempting odds for the Pacers to win against the Celtics. I think I've seen enough—they played well in game 1 despite the loss, so I can already see the positivity in the series, and I trust them to win the series too. As long as they stay healthy, they can compete well with the Celtics. Who knows, they might even steal game 2 to even the series.

[dwyane36]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

The first game of the series was close, but I think it's too early to draw any conclusions. For example, we saw the Heat tie the first round by winning the second game versus the Celtics, but the Celtics still won that series. It was the same for the Celtics in the semifinal series. Meanwhile, the Pacers had an even tougher semifinal series, as they first lost to the Knicks in the first two games and then also won the series.

[Kelvinid]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

The first game of the series was close, but I think it's too early to draw any conclusions. For example, we saw the Heat tie the first round by winning the second game versus the Celtics, but the Celtics still won that series. It was the same for the Celtics in the semifinal series. Meanwhile, the Pacers had an even tougher semifinal series, as they first lost to the Knicks in the first two games and then also won the series.

I think it's a different series and hence a different outcome. The Heat were undermanned, losing their best player, yet they still managed to win one game. The Cavaliers played with an injured Mitchell, who eventually missed games and led to their elimination. The Pacers, however, are an entirely different team because they are healthy and came off a huge win versus the Knicks. So, honestly, I'm not worried about my series bet on the Pacers, as I'm satisfied with what they showed in game 1.

[Hypnosis00]

Boston Celtics will play the Indiana Pacers tonight.
Boston Celtics are the favorites in the East, I think they will win the first game without much difficulty, the team is well rested and ready for this game.
It will be a nice and enjoyable game.

Boston Celtics might have just survived a major disaster in game 1, after having multiple double digits lead, they were just about 8 seconds away from throwing the game away, or the better way to describe it would the Pacers very close to earning a win in game 1... I think the Celtics because complacent during those minutes, and it almost ended badly for them, Jaylen Brown had quite a number of big plays, like the 3 point bucket, a steal and a block in those final minute and OT to help Celtics avoid a loss. They sure would need to do better against this hungry Indiana Pacers roster.

The Celtics almost lost that one very important game, but that was supposed to be much more important for the Pacers. If you saw that Haliburton pre-celebrated silently when they were up 5 with seconds more left down the stretch, you could easily tell how important that game was for them to get the W. That was suppose to build momentum for the Pacers to move forward and increase their chances of winning this series. Also, to clear some doubts against them about their wins in 1st round and conference semis against an injury troubled teams.
I think the Celtics' experience just prevailed in the last seconds of the game. They tighten their defense, while the Pacers were getting too excited on getting their first conference finals win.
Now that the Celtics learned the Pacers are not an easy team to beat despite of all the critics against them for reaching the conference finals, I don't think they'll get too complacent moving forward.

I see it differently mate, it seems like the refs are trying to help the Celtics win. There were plenty of moves by Jaylen Brown that should have been called as traveling, yet the refs didn't call them. The refs favored the Celtics in terms of calls, but that does not happen every game. So, again, I'm rooting for the Pacers to win—not just betting on the handicap. Also, the Celtics seem unable to stop the offense of the Pacers, who are really moving at a fast pace. So, I think it's going to be an easy over for the Pacers in game 2.

[Shamm]

The Celtics won by 5 points in OT. I thought this series would be easy for the Celtics, but Game 1 proved me wrong. The Pacers are giving their all; 7 players scored in double digits, with 3 of them scoring more than 20. The Pacers had 6 more field goals, but the Celtics had more free throws, with 24 compared to the Pacers' 9. The Pacers committed 23 fouls and had 21 turnovers. They need to work more on reducing their turnovers and fouls.

Agree with this mate as we can see that Pacers played too clamsy for this game as we saw 21 turnovers which pretty bad for the team. And that turnovers help Celtics to win the game. Anyways if the pacers will take an action about the Their turnovers then there's a chance that they can win against Celtics they need to handles the ball with care . And also giving fouls is not a good decision cause we all know that Celtics has a good free throws shooting so that is the advantages if they gonna give a fouls.

[Volgastallion]

I feel more like aside of taking a lose the Indiana Pcers team is growing and taking again a good position. Why? because they show to themselves and to us they can fight against any team and they make this again now against Boston Celtics who was again the favorite against them, so they now know they can win against Celtivs, lets see how they do in the next games and more in home games.

[OgNasty]

It is now official for the TNT NBA crew. Next year will be the final year for Ernie, Shaq, Chuck and Kenny to do their thing together. I’m pretty bummed about it to be honest. That might just be the best studio show of all time. I thought for sure they’d be doing this for years. I’ll miss Ernie. I hope he finds a new gig and doesn’t retire.

[boyptc]

I feel more like aside of taking a lose the Indiana Pcers team is growing and taking again a good position. Why? because they show to themselves and to us they can fight against any team and they make this again now against Boston Celtics who was again the favorite against them, so they now know they can win against Celtivs, lets see how they do in the next games and more in home games.

I was shouting while watching the game. I thought that the Pacers could have made it. With just few mistakes that they did in the 4th quarter and few remaining minutes, there's no OT that shall happen and it's gotta be their first win.

Tyrese and the rest of the Pacers are underrated. They've made it this far and get a head to head toe agains Celtics who has always been on the playoffs.

Let's see on game 2.

And next, the Mavs and the Wolves.

[yazher]

I actually think tonight’s close game was good news for the Celtics. Indiana was going to come in and give it their all for game 1. Boston has a lot of injured players including Kristaps Porzingis who plays a decent sized role on the team. Holding off the Pacers while they have a great shooting night pretty much tells the tale that Boston wins this series quickly.

Well, in the conference finals this year, they already showed the fans how quickly they react and adjust in critical situations which leads them to get that win in the first game the Pacers should expect it very well because if they can't hold their lead very well, they can easily chase and choke at the last minutes of the games because the Boston Celtics is the best defender and one of the best offensive team in the NBA currently this year because of their best rosters. They need consistency if they want to give the Celtics a 7 game series because if they don't, they surely get swept easily.

[wheelz1200]

Talk about fumbling the bag, Pacers made 3 bone headed plays in a row to lose that game.  First Hali just lost the ball from out of no where with 30 seconds to go.  They couldn't inbound the ball up 3 with 10 seconds to go.  Then didn't foul on the inbound pass and let jaylen brown take a 3 from the corner at home lol.  I just saw a stat teams were 0-250 in the playoffs when down by 3 without the ball with 10nseconds or less.  Pacers might get swept...

[Webetcoins]

I really think that Celtics are in trouble, this was a home game and it barely was a win for them at overtime, so it is critical that they realize they need to not underestimate their opponent. Pacers hasn't been here for many many years now, so when they see Pacers there they think it's an easy game and it's true that when teams first get a place after many years it's hard and that usually leads to them not have this type of result so people do expect Pacers to lose and that would be the expected result.

However, if Celtics end up underestimating Pacers way too much then we are going to see them lose, I bet that second game will be an easier win for Celtics because they will care a lot more, but then because they are up 2-0, they may not do so well at away games.

[Yaunfitda]

Talk about fumbling the bag, Pacers made 3 bone headed plays in a row to lose that game.  First Hali just lost the ball from out of no where with 30 seconds to go.  They couldn't inbound the ball up 3 with 10 seconds to go.  Then didn't foul on the inbound pass and let jaylen brown take a 3 from the corner at home lol.  I just saw a stat teams were 0-250 in the playoffs when down by 3 without the ball with 10nseconds or less.  Pacers might get swept...

They said the plan was to really foul Jaylen Brown or not give him a three and foul him when is going to make a 2. However, Pascal Siakam said that he is very far and that he switch very late and so he didn't commit the foul because he knows that it will give Brown a chance to tie it with a 3 free throws. Unfortunately, Brown did make the 3 from the corner and they've lost steamed in the OT and take a lot of turnover. I don't think that they will be swept here, Pacers are good at making adjustments, so most likely in their homecourt they are going to win at least a game. However, Celtics might be too strong for them to handle in this series.