December 3, 2024
The Boston Celtics secured a convincing 108-89 victory over the Miami Heat on December 2, 2024, at TD Garden in Boston. Jaylen Brown led the charge with 29 points, while Jayson Tatum contributed 18 points and 11 rebounds.
The Celtics’ bench also played a crucial role, with Payton Pritchard scoring 25 points. Pritchard’s performance was particularly impressive, as he became the first NBA player this season to score 20 or more bench points in four straight games.
The Heat, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm. Jaime Jaquez Jr. had 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Tyler Herro scored 19 points. However, Herro’s shooting was off, as he went 2 for 10 from 3-point range.
The game was marked by the absence of key players on both teams. The Heat played without Jimmy Butler, who has missed five of the first 19 games with a knee injury. The Celtics, meanwhile, were without Jrue Holiday, Al Horford, and Kristaps Porzingis.
The Celtics’ victory was their eighth in nine games, and it improved their record to 17-4. The Heat, meanwhile, fell to 9-10. The two teams will meet again on February 10.
In terms of statistics, the Celtics shot 43.8% from the field and 34.5% from three-point range. The Heat, meanwhile, shot 35.6% from the field and 22.9% from three-point range.
Overall, the Celtics’ dominant performance was a testament to their depth and talent. With their bench contributing significantly, the Celtics were able to pull away from the Heat and secure a convincing victory.
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