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The Boston Celtics will meet the Miami Heat in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Friday's matchup between the Celtics and the Heat features the Celtics as healthy 9-point favorites. The over/under is 215 points for the matchup.
Take a look at everything you need from a betting perspective on the Celtics-Heat game, from the point spread, moneyline, total Over/Under and expert picks (odds via FOX Bet):
Celtics vs. Heat Game Information & Odds
- When: Friday, May 19, 2023 at 8:30 PM ET
- Where: TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts
- TV: TNT
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| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celtics | -9 | -110 | -110 | 215 | -110 | -110 | -400 | +260 |
Celtics vs. Heat Betting Insights
- These two teams average 227.4 points per game combined, 12.4 more than the over/under of 215.
- Opponents of the two teams average a combined 6.2 more points per game, 221.2, than this game's total of 215 points.
- In the last five head-to-head meetings, Miami has a 3-2 record against Boston.
- The Heat also have a 3-2 record against the spread when taking on the Celtics.
Celtics Recent Trends
- The Celtics record 8.1 more points per game (117.9) than the Heat allow (109.8).
- The Celtics are shooting 47.5% from the field this season, 0.7 percentage points lower than the 48.2% the Heat allow to opponents.
Celtics Recent Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Points Scored | 117.9 | 4 |
| Points Allowed | 111.4 | 4 |
| Rebounds | 45.3 | 7 |
| Assists | 26.7 | 7 |
| Steals | 6.4 | 25 |
| Blocks | 5.2 | 6 |
Celtics Leaders
- Jayson Tatum averages 30.1 points and 8.8 rebounds per game -- leading the team in both categories. He also averages 4.6 assists, shooting 46.6% from the field and 34.9% from downtown with 3.2 made 3-pointers per game (sixth in league).
- Jaylen Brown puts up 26.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists per contest, shooting 49.1% from the floor and 33.5% from downtown with 2.4 made 3-pointers per contest.
- Derrick White posts 12.4 points, 3.9 assists and 3.6 boards per contest.
- Malcolm Brogdon puts up 14.9 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game. At the other end, he averages 0.7 steals and 0.3 blocks.
- Marcus Smart is tops on the Celtics at 6.3 assists per game, and chips in 3.1 boards and 11.5 points.
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Heat Recent Trends
- The Heat put up only 1.9 fewer points per game (109.5) than the Celtics allow their opponents to score (111.4).
- The Heat's 46% shooting percentage from the field this season is the same as the Celtics have allowed to their opponents.
Heat Recent Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Points Scored | 109.5 | 30 |
| Points Allowed | 109.8 | 2 |
| Rebounds | 40.6 | 27 |
| Assists | 23.8 | 25 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 30 |
Heat Leaders
- Bam Adebayo is averaging 20.4 points, 9.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game. He's also sinking 54% of his shots from the floor.
- On a per-game basis, Jimmy Butler gives the Heat 22.9 points, 5.9 rebounds and 5.3 assists. He also averages 1.8 steals (second in league) and 0.3 blocked shots.
- Max Strus is averaging 11.5 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists per contest. He is making 41% of his shots from the field and 35% from beyond the arc, with 2.5 treys per contest.
- Caleb Martin is putting up 9.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists per contest. He is draining 46.4% of his shots from the floor and 35.6% from beyond the arc, with 1.2 treys per game.
- Kyle Lowry is putting up 11.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 5.1 assists per contest. He is sinking 40.4% of his shots from the field and 34.5% from 3-point range, with 1.9 triples per contest.
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