Recap of the 2024 NBA Playoffs: Celtics face off against the Heat and the Mavericks go head-to-head with the Clippers on May 1
Two key moments unfolded in the NBA Playoffs on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
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Recap of 2024 NBA Playoffs (April 27): Magic vs. Cavs, Thunder vs. Pelicans, Celtics vs. Heat, Lakers vs. Nuggets
Here are four snapshots of what went down in the NBA Playoffs on Saturday, April 27, 2024:
Celtics overpower Heat in Game 3, reclaim series advantage
In a commanding performance, the Boston Celtics unleashed their frustration from the previous loss to beat the Miami Heat 104-84 in Game 3, reclaiming a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series. Led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, each contributing 22 points, the Celtics displayed a balanced offensive and defensive effort, outplaying…
Will Luke Kornet Be Available for Game 2 Against Heat Despite Calf Injury?
Boston Celtics reserve center Luke Kornet (right calf strain) remains out for Wednesday night’s Game 2 matchup with the Miami Heat of their first-round playoff series. Kornet, 28, was also ruled out hours ahead of Sunday’s Game 1 victory over Miami. The 7-foot-2 big man injured his calf in a recent practice. Celtics coach Joe…
A Closer Look at the 2024 NBA Playoffs: Heat vs. Celtics and Thunder vs. Pelicans (April 24)
Recap of two key moments in the NBA Playoffs on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
Jayson Tatum Struggles in 4th Quarter of Game 2 Defeat against Miami Heat
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored only four points in the fourth quarter of Wednesday night’s 111-101 loss to the Miami Heat in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Tatum started Game 2 off strong, scoring 14 points in the opening quarter. The five-time All-Star ended his outing with 28 points, eight rebounds, three…
Criticism Abounds as NBA Reacts to Celtics’ Home Loss to Undermanned Heat
The Celtics dropped Game 2 against a Heat team without Jimmy Butler on their home court and NBA fans are reacting. Without Butler, the Miami rallied to a 111-101 win against Boston. Tyler Herro led the way with 24 points and 14 assists, while Bam Adebayo put up 21 points and 10 rebounds and Caleb…
Celtics Stars Discuss Tough Game 2 Defeat to Heat
Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown commented on Boston’s loss to a Miami team without Jimmy Butler in Game 2 on Wednesday. Tatum addressed the media, acknowledging the Heat’s strong performance rather than the Celtics’ poor play. “… We knew it wasn’t going to be easy,” Tatum said. “There’s a lot of history between…
Sixers advance to face Knicks in NBA Playoffs after victory over Heat
It has been 35 long years since the last time that the 76ers clashed with the Knicks in the NBA Playoffs, as the Philadelphia club is set for this first-round matchup after defeating the Heat this Wednesday in a tight 105-104 victory. The Sixers rallied back from a 14-point deficit inspired by reigning MVP Joel…
Alex Caruso May Miss Game Against Heat Due to Ankle Injury
Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso suffered a “significant” left ankle sprain during the third quarter of Wednesday night’s 131-116 win over the Atlanta Hawks in the play-in tournament. Caruso, 30, did not return. He finished with six points on two 3-pointers and added two rebounds and two assists in 17 minutes of action. The seven-year…