Celtics erase 20-point deficit to stun Pacers 103-95

The Boston Celtics showcased championship DNA as they overcame a 20-point second-half deficit to defeat the struggling Indiana Pacers 103-95 on Monday night.

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Jaylen Brown led the charge with a game-high 31 points, including 14 crucial points in the fourth quarter, propelling Boston to their third straight victory and improving their record to 18-11.

The game started disastrously for the Celtics. The Pacers, despite entering with a dismal 6-22, caught fire from beyond the arc, hitting 12-20 three-pointers in the first half to build a commanding lead.

But the tide turned dramatically in the third quarter. Indiana’s hot shooting evaporated in the second half, as they went a frigid 1-20 from three. Boston destroyed Indiana 60-34 after halftime, clamping down defensively and capitalizing on offensive rebounds.

This gritty win highlights the Celtics’ depth and will to win. The two teams will rematch on Friday and the Celtics look to start off stronger than in Monday’s game.

About the Author Published Dec 23, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1