Match Preview: Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics
The Miami Heat will face the Boston Celtics on 25th May 2022, in what will be the fifth game of the Eastern Conference Finals.
The series is currently leveled up at 2-2, and it remains perfectly balanced for both teams. The winner of this match will get a huge advantage for the rest of the two games and will be on the verge of making it to the NBA Finals.
Injury Report:
Miami:
| PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabe Vincent | PG | Sun, May 22 | Hamstring | Game Time Decision |
| Tyler Herro | PG | Sun, May 22 | Groin | Game Time Decision |
| Max Strus | SG | Sun, May 22 | Hamstring | Game Time Decision |
| Kyle Lowry | PG | Sun, May 22 | Hamstring | Game Time Decision |
| P.J. Tucker | PF | Sun, May 22 | Knee | Game Time Decision |
| Jimmy Butler | SF | Sat, May 21 | Knee | Game Time Decision |
Boston:
| PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Williams III | C | Sun, May 22 | Knee | Game Time Decision |
| Jayson Tatum | SF | Sun, May 22 | Neck | Game Time Decision |
| Marcus Smart | PG | Sun, May 22 | Ankle | Game Time Decision |
| Sam Hauser | SF | Sun, May 22 | Shoulder | Expected to be out until at least May 25 |
Players to Watch out for Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics
- Jimmy Butler – Miami
Miami’s starters had a very bad game in game 4, and Jimmy Butler who has been one of the best players in these playoffs will look to have a strong bounce-back game.
- Jayson Tatum – Boston
Jayson Tatum proved why he is a top 10 player in the world during the last game, and he will hope to continue that and get a huge road win for his team.
Match Prediction and Telecast Details:
This game can go either way, but since Miami is playing at home, they’ll have a slight advantage over the Celtics in this one.
- Match Prediction – Miami Heat to win the game.
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