As was the case in Game 3, the spent much of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals playing catch up. The had looked strong and took it to the Celtics for the majority of the game, until it mattered. And as was the case in Game 3, the Celtics took a late lead to win the game.
Only this time, it earned them the right to advance to the . The Pacers had been undefeated at home prior to this series, but now find themselves on the outside looking in as the Game 4 win solidified the sweep. They had the lead throughout the majority of the game until the final minute of the game.
That is when the Celtics tied it all up at 102 apiece. Then, with 45 seconds remaining in the game, Eastern Conference Finals MVP passed the ball to Derrick White, the All-Defensive point guard who has been nothing but clutch in the three point department all season and postseason. He splashed the go-ahead three pointer to give the Celtics a lead that they would not relinquish.
Derrick White’s Clutch Three In typical fashion, came up big in the game, recording a double-double consisting of 26 points and 13 rebounds, along with eight assists to add. He spoke highly of White and his game-winning three pointer. “I knew it was good.
Right. We missed bunnies all night. You know, I knew we were due for one.
So that was a big time shot.” –Jayson Tatum White finished the game with 16 points, which was his average for the series. He also notched five steals and three blocks, becoming the first player to do s.
