The Boston Celtics are heading back to the NBA Finals after a thrilling Game 4 win over the Indiana Pacers. The C’s secured their spot in the championship round with a 105-102 victory, completing a series sweep and punching their ticket to the Finals for the second time in three years.
Boston trailed by as many as nine points in the fourth quarter, but they never gave up. They stormed back to score the game’s final seven points, sealing their place in the Finals with an impressive comeback.
Now, the Celtics will await the winner of the Western Conference Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Boston will have plenty of time to rest and prepare for Game 1 of the NBA Finals, which is set for Thursday, June 6 at TD Garden.
This will be Boston’s fourth NBA Finals trip since 2008 and their 23rd Finals appearance in franchise history. The Celtics have a storied history in the Finals, with 17 championships to their name, tied for the most in league history with the Los Angeles Lakers.
As the Celtics gear up for another shot at the title, fans can look back at some of the franchise’s impressive Finals statistics and records. From Bill Russell’s 11 championships to memorable performances by legends like John Havlicek and Paul Pierce, the Celtics have a rich history in the NBA Finals.
With stars like Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum leading the way, the Celtics will look to add to their championship legacy in the upcoming NBA Finals. Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting series as Boston battles for Banner 18.