2024 Playoffs: East First Round | Celtics (1) vs. Heat (8)

Full Focus: Celtics close out Heat in Game 5 rout

The 41-point 1st quarter set the tone. The top-seeded Celtics were all business in a 118-84 victory over the Heat in Game 5.

Kenny believes Celtics are 'championship ready'

Despite Al Horford stepping up, Kenny and Charles agree that Boston will need a healthy Kristaps Porzingis to win the title.

Boasting impressive depth, will Celtics be challenged in semifinals?

Will deep Celtics be challenged in semifinals?

Whether its the stars or its next wave of talent, Boston's impressive depth could be an issue for either the Cavs or Magic in the semis.

Game Recap: Celtics 118, Heat 84

Jaylen Brown and Derrick White score 25 points each as Boston blows out Miami 118-84 in Game 5 to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Celtics showing why they're top seed after dispatching Heat in Game 5

Celtics roll into semifinals looking very dangerous

With everyone contributing during its 1st-round series, Boston rolls into the semifinals firing on all cylinders.

'Gone Fishin' time for DJ Khaled and the Heat

After falling short to the top-seeded Boston Celtics in the 1st round, the Miami Heat are 'Gone Fishin.'

Inside the NBA: Huge night by Derrick White overwhelms Bam Adebayo's plea

White's 38 overwhelms Bam's plea to Heat

The Celtics once again show their versatility, staking a 3-1 series lead over the Heat behind a 38-point explosion from Derrick White.

Game Recap: Celtics 102, Heat 88

Derrick White dominates with 38 points, fueling the Celtics' 102-88 win to give them a 3-1 series lead vs. the Heat.

Derrick White on Celtics-Heat: 'It's gonna be a tough Game 5'

Derrick White: 'It's gonna be a tough Game 5'

Derrick White walkoff interview after scoring game-high 38 points in Game 4 vs. Miami. The Celtics hold a 3-1 series lead.

Jayson Tatum, Celtics all business throughout Game 3 win in Miami

Why this is Tatum's time 'to win that chip'

With the Celtics regaining control of their first-round series in Miami, Jayson Tatum and Boston look focused on a singular goal.

Game Recap: Celtics 104, Heat 84

Jayson Tatum (22 points, 11 rebounds, six assists) and Jaylen Brown (22 points, eight rebounds) combine for 44 points to lead the Celtics over the Heat in Game 3, 104-84. Bam Adebayo tallied 20 points and nine rebounds for the Heat in the losing effort. The Celtics lead the best-of-seven series, 2-1, with Game 4 taking place Monday, April 29th.

Tatum: 'There's time after the season to have fun'

Jayson Tatum walkoff interview after Celtics rout Heat in Game 3 of their first-round series.

Celtics' physicality key as they hold Heat to season-low 84 points

How Celtics held Heat to season-low 84

The Celtics not only surged on offense in Game 3, but also limited the Heat to a season-low 84 points through raw physicality.

Bam Adebayo taking advantage of matchups for Heat

Bam taking advantage of matchups for Heat

Bam Adebayo has scored more than 20 points in each of his 3 playoff games against the Celtics, providing a baseline for the Heat.

How the Heat were able to flourish from deep in Game 2

How the Heat were able to deliver from deep in Game 2

Miami was able to generate good looks from beyond the arc by using misdirection, controlling the tempo and solid spacing.

Game Recap: Heat 111, Celtics 101

Tyler Herro sets the tone with 21 points as Miami nails 23 3-pointers on 53.5% shooting to take Game 2 in Boston.

Inside the NBA: Attention to detail, in-game adjustments lift Heat in Game 2

Attention to detail, adjustments lift Heat in Game 2

After dropping Game 1, Miami makes a handful of adjustments that give it a key road victory over the top-seeded Celtics.

Tyler Herro on Game 2 victory: 'Everybody came to play'

Herro on Game 2 win: 'Everybody came to play'

Taking Jimmy Butler's advice to heart, Tyler Herro steps up in Miami's big road win to even its series against Boston.

Inside the NBA: Why Charles Barkley thinks Celtics will win championship

Why Charles says Celtics will win championship

After watching the Celtics handle the Heat in Game 1, Charles Barkley more confident than ever in Boston's championship chances.

Game Recap: Celtics 114, Heat 94

Jayson Tatum notches his 1st playoff triple-double (23 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists) in Boston's 114-94 win over Miami.

Full Focus: Celtics' 3-point barrage secures Game 1 win vs Heat

Full Focus: Celtics unleash 3-point barrage

Boston complements Jayson Tatum's triple-double with 22 3-pointers in its series-opening rout of Miami.

Evolution of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown creates 'warmup shots' for Celtics

Evolution of Tatum, Brown creates 'warmup shots'

Quick recognition and willing passing by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown continues to open up easy 3-pointers for the Celtics.

Heat defenders forced to pick their poison with Celtics

Heat forced to pick their poison with Celtics

The Celtics' roster revamp, and development of its younger players, forces difficult decisions for Heat defenders.