Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Miami HeatHeat
125
away
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 30 | 31 | 30 | 34 | 125 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 32 | 22 | 25 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Heat rolled past the Celtics 125-99. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Heat ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Heat bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Heat bench chemistry carried them. Heat's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
