Before the season, the Boston Celtics increased their chances of winning a title.During the regular season, his effect was crucial in establishing the defensive culture. The Celtics eventually saw him producing championship plays when it counted most—during the postseason.Holiday gave the Celtics those visions life on Saturday night.

Before receiving the ball, the seasoned guard had nine points as the Celtics were leading by two points in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference playoffs against the Indiana Pacers. Holiday drove to the basket, connected the shot, and drew a foul from Pascal Siakam. Holiday grabbed the lead by draining the free throw.

Then Holiday’s trademark defense took center stage, forcing a steаl from Andrew Nembhard. Holiday scored two more points after being fouled in transition to help the Celtics win thrillingly 114-111.

The 2021 NBA champion produced championship plays during the most crucial time of the game.”I think with the and-one, I just saw an opportunity,” Holiday told Abby Chin during postgame coverage on NBC Sports Boston. I attacked Siakam and got the and-one as I believed he was on his heels. I suppose merely responding to the player. 

We know (Nembhard) like driving straight. I kind of snatched the steаl.Holiday’s seasoned influence on the Celtics was evident on Saturday night as the club never lost faith in their ability to recover and shоck the Pacers on their Indiana home court.”Similar circumstances have been encountered,” Holiday said. 

Situations reversed. Just knowing that we can win if you never give up and keep grinding.On Monday night, the Celtics and Pacers square off in Game 4 with the possibility of Boston qualifying for the NBA Finals. Holiday certainly joined this squad to help Boston get over the championship hurdle.