The NBA playoffs are heating up as the conference finals are set to begin. On Tuesday, the Indiana Pacers will face off against the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. The Pacers are coming off a thrilling Game 7 victory over the New York Knicks, while the Celtics are looking to continue their dominant run in the postseason.
Meanwhile, on Wednesday, the Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. The Timberwolves pulled off a stunning upset over the reigning champion Denver Nuggets in Game 7 of their second-round series, while the Mavericks eliminated the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the previous round.
The Celtics, who finished the regular season with an impressive 64 wins, are making their sixth Eastern Conference finals appearance in the last eight seasons. They will have home-court advantage against the Pacers, who have shown resilience and determination throughout the playoffs.
With only four teams remaining in the postseason, the competition is fierce and the stakes are high. Fans can expect intense matchups and thrilling moments as the road to the NBA Finals continues. Stay tuned for all the action and drama as the conference finals unfold.