Jaylen Brown extends 30-point streak to eight consecutive games, leading the Boston Celtics to a dominant 140-122 road victory over the Indiana Pacers. 

The win marks Boston's fourth straight and its second over Indiana this week, solidifying its position as one of the Eastern Conference's hottest teams.

Jaylen Brown Extends 30-Point Streak Amid Celtics' Offensive Onslaught

The headline of the night was Jaylen Brown spectacularly extends 30-point streak. Brown scored 30 points on an efficient 13-for-20 shooting, reaching the mark with two late three-pointers as subs waited to check in. 

His consistent high-level scoring has become a cornerstone of Boston's recent success, propelling them to nine wins in their last eleven games.

Supporting Cast Shines in Record-Setting Performance

While Brown led the way, the victory was a complete team effort, defined by a historic shooting performance. The Celtics shot a blistering 56.6% from the field and 51.3% from three-point range. 

The key surge came in a 47-point second quarter—their second-highest scoring quarter of the season—sparked by three consecutive triples from Sam Hauser, Derrick White, and Anfernee Simons that erased an early 11-point deficit.

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• Sam Hauser delivered a season-high 23 points, shooting a remarkable 7-for-8 from beyond the arc.
• Payton Pritchard neared a triple-double with 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists.
• Derrick White added 21 points and 6 assists, and Luka Garza contributed a perfect 5-for-5 off the bench for 15 points.

Game Analysis and Turning Point

After Indiana started hot, hitting their first six three-pointers, the Celtics' defense adjusted, and their shooting proved overwhelming. Boston's bench outscored Indiana's 47-26, with Hauser's early triples setting an unstoppable tone. 

The Celtics scored 22 points off turnovers, and their ball movement (30 team assists) dismantled the Pacers' defense, building a lead that swelled to 28 points. 

With a 19-11 record, Boston now sits third in the Eastern Conference as it continues a five-game road trip Sunday in Portland.

Source Information:

This game recap and all statistics are based on the official game coverage and live blog from CBS News Boston.

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Celtics-Pacers recap: Brown extends 30-point streak in 140-122 win