Celtics Triumph Over Pacers 119-104: January 22, 2026 Game Recap
In a commanding performance, the Boston Celtics secured a 119-104 win against the Indiana Pacers on January 22, 2026. Jaylen Brown led Boston with an impressive tally of 30 points and 10 rebounds. The Celtics established dominance early, gaining a 23-point lead in the first half.
Key Performers
Alongside Brown, several other players made significant contributions:
- Sam Hauser: Scored 17 points, hitting five 3-pointers.
- Neemias Queta: Added 17 points and recorded 9 rebounds.
- Pascal Siakam: Led Indiana with 32 points and 10 rebounds.
- Jarace Walker: Contributed 19 points off the bench for the Pacers.
Game Dynamics
The Celtics jumped to a 57-34 lead with just over three minutes left in the second quarter. Although the Pacers managed to reduce the deficit to nine points in the third quarter, they could not close the gap. Anfernee Simons hit a pivotal 3-pointer, maintaining Boston’s lead.
Post-Game Notes
Boston bounced back from a narrow one-point loss to the Detroit Pistons, who currently lead the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Pacers have shown resilience, winning four of their last seven games after a challenging stretch where they lost 13 consecutive matches.
Courtside Events
In an interesting sideline moment, new Boston Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suárez was present at the game. He celebrated a five-year, $130 million contract signing at Fenway Park. Suárez received a warm reception as he and agent Scott Boras appeared on the scoreboard.
Upcoming Games
The schedule ahead for both teams is busy:
- Pacers: Challenge Oklahoma City on Friday and face Atlanta on Monday.
- Celtics: Travel to Brooklyn for a matchup on Friday night.
This victory reinforces the Celtics’ status as a formidable team in the league. Fans eagerly anticipate their next challenge as they continue their campaign.
