Celtics-Heat Rivalry Heats Up in Eastern Conference Finals Rematch
Backcourt Dominance Fuels Celtics' Superiority Against Heat
The Boston Celtics' dynamic backcourt duo has played a pivotal role in their success against the Miami Heat. In the recently concluded regular season, the Celtics boasted a league-best plus-minus of 101 against the Heat, trailing only the Oklahoma City Thunder in this metric.
Historic Rivalry Reignites
The Celtics and Heat have a storied rivalry, having met in three of the last four Eastern Conference finals. Boston emerged victorious in 2022, while Miami claimed the title in 2020 and 2023. The upcoming first-round NBA Playoffs series between the two teams promises to be an intense rematch.
The Celtics enter this postseason as the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, while the Heat have fought their way into the playoffs as the No. 8 seed. Despite the Heat's lower seeding, their experience and championship pedigree make them a formidable opponent for Boston.
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