The Celtics' maturation has played a pivotal role in an efficient playoff run that could be on the cusp of a return to the NBA Finals if they can remain unbeaten on the road in Game 3 vs. the Pacers on Saturday in Indiana.
On Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with Tyrese Haliburton inactive due to left hamstring soreness that may sideline him for multiple matchups, they have a chance to take a commanding 3-0 series lead.
The five-time All-Star, whose 2,538 playoff points rank third all-time among players 26 and under, also believes Boston's entering the most difficult matchup in a playoff series. "It's not time to relax," cautioned Tatum. "They were in this situation last round and ended up winning. So, series is far from over."
And while one member of the Celtics' reshaped core, Kristaps Porzingis, inches closer to a return from a soleus strain in his right calf that could happen in Game 4 against Indiana, Jrue Holiday has brought an even-keeled approach and stellar two-way play this series.in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
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