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Post-Game Grades: Indiana Pacers Pull Away From Boston Celtics in 2nd Half

ByBen Gibson
Indiana Pacers
Indiana Pacers

The Indiana Pacers cruised to victory in the second half as the Boston Celtics couldn’t make a shot to get themselves back in the game. The Pacers kept the Celtics to 41.6% shooting in the game and 4 for 24 on 3-point attempts.

It may only be November, but it appears the Pacers have shaken off a slow start and might actually be a decent basketball team.

The Good: After trailing early in the third quarter the Indiana Pacers outscored the Boston Celtics 51-42 in the second half as Paul George and Jordan Hill led the charge. The Pacers kept the Celtics to 35.9% shooting in that time frame while shooting 55.6% while out rebounded them 21 to 6.

The Bad: Myles Turner injured his finger and had to leave the game. Candace Buckner said he’ll have it reevaluated in Indianapolis.

MVP: Paul George once again as he kept his streak of games with 25+ points going to five now. Honorable mentions to C.J. Miles and Jordan Hill for helping carry the weight tonight.

LVP: Evan Turner.

X-Factor: Chase Budinger is starting to come out of his shell as he went 4 of 7 on the night (1 of 2 fr 3-point range) while grabbing 3 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks in the game.

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