Celtics Lose Overtime Game to Pacers 135-132

The Boston Celtics suffered their first loss of the season, falling 135-132 in overtime to the Indiana Pacers, with star players Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown both accepting responsibility for the defeat. Tatum, despite scoring 37 points, acknowledged his poor start contributed to the team's overall lack of energy, while Brown, who scored 25 points but shot poorly, stated he let the team down and needed to improve. The loss came just after a game where former teammate Grant Williams committed a controversial foul on Tatum during a match against the Charlotte Hornets, leading to tensions among the players. Brown expressed disappointment over the incident, indicating it may have affected their team dynamics. The Celtics will look to rebound in upcoming back-to-back games against the Hornets, where they remain favorites despite their recent struggles. Overall, the Celtics are still positioned well at 4-1 this season, but need to address their consistency to maintain success.