Historic Shooting Display
The Miami Heat set a new franchise record in the playoffs today by sinking 23 three-pointers, shooting at an impressive 53.5% from beyond the arc. This sharpshooting performance surpassed the Boston Celtics’ 37.5% three-point shooting. The Heat secured a 111-101 victory, leveling the series at 1-1.
Surpassing Previous Records
Miami had previously set a franchise record with 20 three-pointers made during the 2021 playoffs against the Milwaukee Bucks. Today’s performance shattered that record.
Back-and-Forth Battle
With two minutes remaining in the first half, the Heat held a five-point lead. However, Jaylen Brown of the Celtics hit three consecutive three-pointers, putting the Celtics ahead by four points at halftime with a score of 61-58.
Heat’s Third Quarter Surge
In the third quarter, the Heat went on a 10-0 run with less than four minutes remaining, establishing a double-digit lead of 82-70. Although the Celtics narrowed the gap to six points with three minutes left in the game, a crucial three-pointer from Caleb Martin secured the victory for the Heat.
Balanced Scoring for the Heat
Three Heat players scored over 20 points in the game. Tyler Herro led the team with 24 points and 14 assists, while Bam Adebayo contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds. Caleb Martin also had a standout performance with 21 points, shooting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc.
Top Performers for the Celtics
Jaylen Brown led all scorers with 33 points for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum added 28 points. However, the Celtics struggled to match the Heat’s collective scoring effort.
Shift in Momentum
Despite the Celtics’ dominant regular-season record of 64-18 and the home-court advantage in the playoffs, the Heat’s victory today shifted the momentum in their favor. With the series tied, the next two games will be played in Miami. (JILICC)