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3 takeaways from Celtics’ brutal Game 2 loss to Heat

For what feels like the millionth time, the Boston Celtics are tied in a playoff series with the Miami Heat. On Wednesday night at TD Garden, Miami torched the C’s from beyond the arc en route to a 111-101 upset win in Game 2.

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It’s Boston’s turn to respond

Miami responded after Game 1, now it’s time for Boston to return the favor Before the series started, some fans believed it would be “easy” and some believed we would sweep the Miami Heat.

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Watch: 'Shaqstradamus' nails Heat-Celtics upset prediction

Shaquille O'Neal predicted Miami would upset the Celtics in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs on Wednesday. He doubled down at halftime, and Miami rewarded his faith with a shocking 111-101 win in Boston.

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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis disappoints in Game 2 loss

After the Celtics lost to Miami in the playoffs, they traded for Kristaps Porzingis to help them deal with Bam Adebayo. He may have lost Game 2 for Boston.

Heat play 'Herro ball' to stun Celtics in Game 2

Watch: Jaylen Brown leads Celtics on 11-point run before halftime

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Celtics most to blame for Game 2 loss to Heat

The Boston Celtics engaged in a heated matchup against the Miami Heat in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal. Boston lost 111-101 after an incredible shooting display from Miami.

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Watch: Heat set franchise record in Game 2 win vs. Celtics

Watch: Heat set franchise record in Game 2 victory vs. Celtics

It felt like the Miami Heat couldn't miss in Game 2 against the Boston Celtics.

Heat play 'Herro ball' to stun Celtics in Game 2

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Tyler Herro News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Heat play 'Herro ball' to stun Celtics in Game 2

Tyler Herro made six three-pointers, scored 24 points and delivered 14 assists as the Heat stunned the Celtics in Game 2 of their first-round series, 111-101.

Watch: Heat's hot streak gives Celtics flashbacks to last year's playoffs

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'Baaaadd man' Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lifts Thunder to commanding Game 2 win

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NBA News / CelticsBlog / 1 hour ago

Heat stun Celtics with 23 threes and even series 111-101

The Heat fulfilled their promise to flip the three-point differential from Game 1 and did so by hitting more threes than the Celtics did in that opener.

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Watch: Jaylen Brown leads Celtics on 11-point run vs. Heat

Watch: Jaylen Brown leads Celtics on 11-point run before halftime

Boston Celtics shooting guard Jaylen Brown is on a mission this postseason.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / 4 minutes ago

Watch: Heat's hot streak gives Celtics flashbacks to last year's playoffs

The Heat made eight three-pointers in the first quarter Wednesday night.

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Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / 13 minutes ago

Celtics' versatile offense will be difference-maker in NBA playoffs

Teams around the league will likely be watching Boston's games and looking for ways to counter their balanced offense.

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Boston Celtics News / Action Network / 5 hours ago

NBA playoffs: Heat vs. Celtics Game 2 odds, expert pick, prediction for 4/24

Michael Fiddle of the Action Network shares his Heat vs. Celtics prediction for Game 2, including NBA odds and an expert pick.

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Jaylen Brown News / Hardwood Heroics / 1 hour ago

Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Knows They Will Face a Difficult Miami Heat Challenge in Game 2

The Boston Celtics are the team to beat in the Eastern Conference. The way they handled the Miami Heat in the first game of their seven-game series clearly shows the fantastic form they’re enjoying.

NBA News / Action Network / 8 hours ago

NBA player props: Picks to spice up these 1 vs. 8 matchups on Wed. 4/24

Alex Hinton of the Action Network has NBA player props, including picks for Jayson Tatum, Jalen Williams and more on Wednesday, April 24.

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Heat react strongly to claims they put 'code red' on Jayson Tatum

NBA News / Action Network / 10 hours ago

NBA best bets and odds: 7 expert picks for Wednesday’s playoff games 4/24

Action Network staff experts offer NBA best bets and odds on Wednesday, including seven expert picks for Wednesday's playoff games on April 24.

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Heat aim to keep Jayson Tatum, Celtics in check in Game 2

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Jayson Tatum News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Heat aim to keep Jayson Tatum, Celtics in check in Game 2

The visiting Miami Heat will attempt to pull even in their Eastern Conference first-round series against the Boston Celtics when the teams play Game 2 on Wednesday night.

Jayson Tatum News / Last Word On Sports / 5 hours ago

Celtics Legend Calls Jayson Tatum Best Player Born in USA

Jayson Tatum has plenty of accolades in his NBA career, and he is just 26 years old. He is considered the best player on a Boston Celtics team that finished 14 games better than any other squad in the Eastern Conference.

Erik Spoelstra News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22

Brian Scalabrine walks back his big accusation against Erik Spoelstra

Boston Celtics analyst Brian Scalabrine delivered a controversial take after the team’s win over the Miami Heat on Sunday, but the former fan favorite appears to have changed his stance a bit.

Heat's chances suffer major blow as starting guard will miss 'at least another week'

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Jayson Tatum News / Celtics Life / April 22

No Celtics amongst twenty-one 2023-24 NBA award finalists

The NBA has announced its finalists for their 2023-24 regular season awards and not only did Jayson Tatum not make the MVP final 3 cut, but no Celtics were among the twenty-one awards finalists.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21

Brian Scalabrine accuses Heat of putting a hit out on Jayson Tatum

Former Celtics fan favorite Brian Scalabrine made a big accusation against Erik Spoelstra and the Heat on Sunday.

Celtics start fast, roll past Heat 114-94 in Game 1

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NBA News / Celtics Life / April 21

Boston Mauls Miami to Take Game 1

The Boston Celtics put a beatdown on the Miami Heat Sunday afternoon, coming out with a 114-94 victory in Game 1. The Celtics lead by as much as 34 in the win, cruising to a 1-0 series lead.

NBA News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Celtics start fast, roll past Heat 114-94 in Game 1

The Boston Celtics received 23 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists from Jayson Tatum and breezed to a 114-94 victory over the visiting Miami Heat on Sunday in Game 1 of a first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / 1 hour ago

New Odds Show Boston Celtics’ Championship Chances

The 2023-24 NBA season saw the Boston Celtics dominate, boasting an impressive 64-18 record and clinching the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Now, as the 2024 NBA Playoffs get underway, the Celtics are determined to clinch their elusive 18th franchise championship by making a deep run to the NBA Finals.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / 21 hours ago

Report: Warriors, Klay Thompson 'took note' of Jrue Holiday extension

The Golden State Warriors and five-time All-Star Klay Thompson reportedly kept close tabs on the Boston Celtics and the recent contract extension given to guard Jrue Holiday.

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Jrue Holiday News / NBA Analysis Network / April 17

Boston Celtics Exec Speaks Out On Jrue Holiday Extension

The Boston Celtics were far and away the best team in the NBA throughout the 2023-24 regular season. Despite some hiccups down the stretch, the team still came away with the No.