Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Miami HeatHeat
122
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Boston CelticsCeltics
107
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 34 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 122 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 21 | 30 | 33 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Heat handled the Celtics 122-107. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.