The Boston Celtics currently lead the Miami Heat 2-1 in the Eastern Conference first round series. In their last meeting on April 27, the Celtics secured a 104-84 victory, with Jaylen Brown leading the way with 22 points. Bam Adebayo scored 20 points for the Heat.
The Heat have a 32-20 record against conference opponents and a 21-15 record in games decided by 10 points or more. On the other hand, the Celtics boast a 41-11 record in Eastern Conference play, averaging 120.6 points per game while outscoring their opponents by an average of 11.4 points.
Miami scores an average of 110.1 points per game, slightly more than the 109.2 points the Celtics allow. Boston also excels in 3-point shooting, averaging 16.5 made shots per game compared to the 13.0 allowed by the Heat.
Key performers for the Heat include Duncan Robinson, who is scoring an average of 12.9 points per game, and Tyler Herro, averaging a solid 27.6 points over his last ten games. For the Celtics, Jayson Tatum has been a standout player this season, averaging an impressive 26