Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers: Injury Report and Starting Lineups for Eastern Conference Finals Game 1
Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics, who finished the regular season with a league-leading 64-18 record, will be without several key players for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers.
Jayson Tatum is questionable with a sprained ankle, while Jaylen Brown is out with a hamstring injury. Robert Williams III is also out with a knee injury.
Indiana Pacers
The Indiana Pacers, who finished the regular season with a 47-35 record, will be without Bennedict Mathurin, who is out with a sprained ankle.
Starting Lineups
The starting lineups for Game 1 are as follows:
- Boston Celtics: Marcus Smart, Derrick White, Grant Williams, Al Horford, Joel Embiid
- Indiana Pacers: Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield, Aaron Nesmith, Myles Turner, Domantas Sabonis
Conclusion
The injuries to both teams could have a major impact on the outcome of Game 1. The Celtics will be without their two leading scorers in Tatum and Brown, while the Pacers will be without their second-leading scorer in Mathurin.
Despite the injuries, both teams are expected to be competitive in Game 1. The Celtics have a deep bench, while the Pacers have a number of young players who have stepped up in the playoffs.
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