The Boston Celtics are set to take on the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals after the Pacers secured a Game 7 victory over the New York Knicks. The Pacers showcased their impressive shooting skills in the decisive game, setting a record for the highest field goal percentage in any playoff game in NBA history, with an outstanding 67.1 percent.

Both teams have demonstrated their offensive prowess throughout the regular season, with the Pacers leading the league in points per game, averaging 123.3, and the Celtics not far behind at 120.6 points per game. However, the Celtics have also excelled on the defensive end, leading the NBA with an impressive 11.3 point differential.

During the regular season, the Celtics and the Pacers faced each other five times, with the Celtics winning three of those matchups. Their first encounter was a dominant performance by the Celtics, scoring a staggering 155 points, reminiscent of the historic days of Bill Russell and Bob Cousy. The Pacers responded later in the season, defeating the Celtics in a revenge match thanks to Tyrese Haliburton's triple-double.

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have been instrumental for the Celtics in their regular-season meetings against the Pacers. Tatum averaged an impressive 32.5 points per game, while Brown contributed with 28.4 points per game.

The Pacers, known for their fast-paced and high-scoring style, boast talented players such as Haliburton, Myles Turner, Pascal Siakam, and former Celtic Aaron Nesmith. Their run-and-gun offense will challenge the Celtics' defense, as the Pacers are ranked 27th in the league in points allowed per game.

The upcoming series is scheduled as follows:

- Game 1: Tuesday, May 21 at 8 p.m. in Boston
- Game 2: Thursday, May 23 at 8 p.m. in Boston
- Game 3: Saturday, May 25 at 8:30 p.m. in Indiana
- Game 4: Monday, May 27 at 8 p.m. in Indiana
- Game 5: Wednesday, May 29 at 8 p.m. in Boston*
- Game 6: Friday, May 31 at 8 p.m. in Indiana*
- Game 7: Sunday, June 2 at 8 p.m. in Boston*
(*If necessary)

Both teams have had success in their home arenas during the playoffs, with the Pacers undefeated at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the Celtics boasting a 4-2 record at TD Garden.

This matchup marks the seventh time the Celtics and Pacers have met in the playoffs, but the first time they face each other outside of the first round. The Celtics hold the advantage, winning four of their previous postseason matchups, including their most recent battle in 2019.

One setback for the Celtics is the injury of center Kristaps Porzingis, who injured his calf during the first round against the Miami Heat. Porzingis is expected to miss the beginning of the Eastern Conference Finals, with ESPN reporting that he is likely to sit out the first two games. However, there is hope that he could return before the series concludes as his on-court activity has been increasing.

As the Celtics and Pacers prepare for an intense showdown, fans can expect a thrilling battle between two high-scoring teams and a clash of offensive firepower against defensive excellence.