Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Miami HeatHeat
91
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Boston CelticsCeltics
107
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 22 | 24 | 18 | 91 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 27 | 23 | 30 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Heat 107-91. The Heat couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. The Celtics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Heat came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Heat utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.