Boston Celtics sweep Indiana Pacers, return to NBA Finals!

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The Indiana Pacers played closely against the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals.

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Despite their efforts, Indiana couldn’t secure a win in the series, which Boston swept.

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Boston won Game 4 with a 105-102 victory, reaching the Finals for the 23rd time.

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The Celtics are aiming for their 18th championship, having last won in 2008.

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In Game 4, the Pacers led for most of the game and had a late lead in the fourth quarter.

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Indiana's 98-90 lead with 5:56 left was overturned by Boston’s strong offense and defense.

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Jaylen Brown’s key block and assist on Derrick White’s 3-pointer sealed Boston's win.

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Brown was named Eastern Conference finals MVP, averaging 29.8 points per game.

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Boston will face the winner of the Minnesota Timberwolves-Dallas Mavericks series in the NBA Finals.

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Bill Walton, Basketball Hall of Fame Player, Dies at 71

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