Jayson Tatum recorded his first postseason triple-double in the Celtics’ 114-94 Game 1 win over the Heat. Despite a reckless foul by Caleb Martin, Tatum remained calm and focused on the game. He stated that he was unfazed by Martin’s actions and understands the physical nature of the playoffs. Tatum’s maturity and composure speak volumes for the Celtics, who are determined to overcome their past struggles against Miami.
Fox Sports sideline reporter Erin Andrews displayed her support for the Boston Celtics ahead of the NBA playoffs. Andrews, an avid Celtics fan since childhood, showcased a Celtics jersey from her clothing line, WEAR, on Instagram. The Celtics emerged victorious in the first game of the series against the Miami Heat. Andrews’ love of basketball fueled her passion for broadcasting, leading to her successful career. She currently works for Fox Sports and hosts the podcast ‘Calm Down’ with Charissa Thompson.
The NBA playoffs kicked off this weekend, and the action lived up to the hype. All eight Game 1s were won by the home team, the first time that has happened since 2013. Here are some of the key takeaways:
* The Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Lakers 122-109, extending their winning streak against L.A. to nine games.
* The Boston Celtics set a franchise playoff record with 22 made 3-pointers, while Jayson Tatum recorded his first career playoff triple-double in a 118-107 win over the Miami Heat.
* The Philadelphia 76ers beat the New York Knicks 110-108, despite another injury scare for Joel Embiid.
* The Toronto Raptors dropped Game 1 to the Orlando Magic 118-95, as the Magic held them to 32.6% shooting from the field.
* The Milwaukee Bucks took a 1-0 series lead over the Miami Heat with a 109-102 win, as new acquisition Damian Lillard poured in 35 first-half points.
Game 1 of the first-round playoff series between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics was a fiercely contested affair, marked by intense plays and heated confrontations between players. The Celtics, missing key players in their starting lineup, fell to a 20-point defeat against the Celtics’ offensive onslaught. A notable incident occurred when Celtics star Marcus Smart committed a hard foul on Heat rookie Nikola Jovic, sparking a heated exchange on the court. Frustration escalated as the game progressed, with several confrontations between players from both teams. Despite the Celtics’ comfortable lead, tempers flared in the final minutes, resulting in further confrontations and warnings. This first-round series holds significant implications, with both teams vying for Eastern Conference supremacy.
