Game Details
- Event: Eastern Conference Finals
- Location: TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
- Date and Time: Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 p.m. ET
- How to Watch: TNT and NBA League Pass
- Odds: BetOnline
Game 1 Recap
The first game of the Eastern Conference Finals was a thrilling encounter, with the Indiana Pacers almost causing a major upset against the Boston Celtics. The Celtics managed to force overtime with a clutch 3-pointer from Jaylen Brown after a crucial turnover by the Pacers. Boston eventually secured a narrow victory, setting the stage for an intense Game 2.
The outcome of Game 2 will be crucial in determining the momentum of this thrilling series.
Player Performances in Game 1
- Tyrese Haliburton: 25 points
- Pascal Siakam: 24 points
- Myles Turner: 23 points
“I think it’s on us,” Haliburton said after Indiana’s heartbreaking loss to Boston on Tuesday night. “They’re a great defensive team, they got great defenders, individual and team defenders, but they’re not a team who forces a ton of turnovers. I just felt like more of them were on us than them. We got to clean that up.”
Betting Odds
Boston Celtics: -400
Indiana Pacers: +320
The Celtics' Performance: Despite being under significant pressure in Game 1, the Celtics pulled off a remarkable comeback. Jaylen Brown's heroics in the dying moments of regulation time helped the Celtics force overtime, where they edged out the Pacers.
The Celtics will need to maintain their composure and capitalize on their home-court advantage to secure another win.
Indiana Pacers' Prospects: The Pacers showed their potential in Game 1, leading for much of the game until their costly turnover.
Key players like Pascal Siakam, Myles Turner, and Tyrese Haliburton were instrumental in keeping the Pacers competitive. Haliburton, in particular, highlighted the need for better ball handling and reducing turnovers to improve their chances in Game 2.
Game 2 Prop Betting
As well as spreads, moneyline and points betting, there are tons of game prop bets available for game 2 including:
| Game Proposition | Option | Odds |
| Largest Lead in Game O/U 17.5 | Over (17.5) | +107 |
| Under (17.5) | -141 | |
| Team to Score Last | MIN | -112 |
| DAL | -118 | |
| MIN to Make Their First Shot Attempt | Yes | +106 |
| No | -141 | |
| Both Teams to Score 100+ | Yes | +121 |
| No | -159 | |
| First Shot of the Game Made | Yes | +100 |
| No | -132 | |
| DAL to Make Their First Shot Attempt | Yes | +108 |
| No | -145 | |
| Will There Be Overtime | Yes | +953 |
| No | -5000 | |
| Both Teams to Score 110+ | Yes | +590 |
| No | -1112 |
Game 2 Pick
Despite the Celtics' narrow win in Game 1, the Pacers have shown they are capable of competing at a high level.
With standout performances from Haliburton, Siakam, and Turner, Indiana has the tools to even the series. If the Pacers can minimize turnovers and maintain their offensive efficiency, they stand a strong chance of securing a win in Game 2.
With a 1-0 lead, the Celtics remain the favorites to win the series and advance to the NBA Finals. Boston's odds of capturing the Larry O’Brien Trophy are high, but they need to overcome the resilient Pacers first.