The Miami Heat’s offensive firepower was on full display in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Boston Celtics. The Heat rained down three-pointers en route to a 111-101 victory, setting a franchise playoff record with 23 made three-pointers. According to Justin Turpin of WEEI-FM in Boston, Miami’s three-point barrage tied them for the third-most made three-pointers in NBA Playoff history.
Small forward Caleb Martin played a pivotal role in the Heat’s victory, hitting the team’s final three-pointer with just 2:58 remaining in the fourth quarter. This crucial shot thwarted a Celtics comeback attempt, as Boston had managed to cut the deficit to 102-96 before Martin’s heroics.
The victory was a significant one for the Heat, as it tied the series at 1-1 and gave them a crucial home-court advantage for Game 3 on Saturday. It also served as a testament to Miami’s ability to win without star forward Jimmy Butler, who is expected to miss the remainder of the series due to an MCL sprain.
Last season, the Heat shocked the Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals, winning in seven games. Despite Boston finishing with the league’s best record (64-18) in the regular season, Miami’s victory in Game 2 suggests that they could potentially pull off another upset. With their impressive three-point shooting and newfound momentum, the Heat are well-positioned to continue their playoff run and potentially repeat their success against the Celtics.
