Stephen Jackson's return to the Pacers' line-up wasn't enough for the club to defeat the Celtics in Boston, as they were defeated by a final score of 100-86.

Jackson returned from suspension and scored 17 points in 38 minutes of play.

``I felt like a kid. I'm back and I'm happy to be back,'' Jackson said. ``I was pumped, excited to be out there. But as the game went on, my shots fell shorter and shorter from the rim. You have to be out there to get in shape.''