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10 defining images from the Celtics’ Game 1 victory over the Pacers

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Celtics-Pacers Game 1 was an instant classic, as Boston prevailed 133-128 in an overtime thriller at TD Garden.

Here are 10 images that tell the story of a memorable night, in chronological order.

1. The opening tip

Myles Turner and Al Horford rise in unison to open the game. It was an intense battle from the very beginning. –

2. The sizzling start

Jaylen Brown throws it down on old friend Aaron Nesmith for the game’s first points. The Celtics opened on a 12-0 run and dictated the action early.