Boston Celtics' Fourth Quarter Struggles Allow Indiana Pacers to Secure Victory at Gainbridge Fieldhouse

First Quarter

The Boston Celtics faced off against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with both teams eager to improve their standings. The game began with the Celtics taking an early lead, scoring 24 points compared to the Pacers' 19. Anfernee Simons contributed significantly in this quarter, showcasing his offensive skills.

Second Quarter

As the second quarter unfolded, both teams intensified their efforts. The Celtics managed to score 32 points, but the Pacers matched them closely with 34 points. Payton Pritchard's playmaking abilities were on full display as he recorded multiple assists during this period.

Third Quarter

In a tightly contested third quarter, the Celtics added another 21 points while the Pacers scored 26. Neemias Queta's presence in the paint was notable as he secured rebounds and blocked shots effectively for Boston.

Fourth Quarter

The final quarter saw a shift in momentum as Boston struggled offensively, managing only 19 points. Meanwhile, Indiana maintained their composure and matched Boston's output with another 19-point effort of their own. Despite Derrick White’s attempts to rally his team with crucial plays down the stretch, it wasn't enough for a comeback.

The game concluded with a narrow victory for Indiana at 98-96 over Boston. This result brings Boston’s record to 24-15 while Indiana improves theirs slightly despite being far behind overall at just nine wins against thirty-one losses.

Looking ahead for fans interested in catching more action from Green Machine: mark your calendars! On January 15th at Kaseya Center located in Miami; they will face off against Miami Heat starting from around half-past seven Eastern Time (7:30 PM EDT). Tune into FDSSUN or NBCS-BOS networks broadcasting live coverage across TV channels available locally!

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