Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Miami HeatHeat
125
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 31 | 26 | 37 | 120 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 26 | 31 | 31 | 37 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Heat squeaked past the Celtics 125-120. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.