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Match Preview: Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics
The Miami Heat will face the Boston Celtics on 27th May 2022, in what will be the sixth game of the Eastern Conference Finals. Boston got the massive win in Game 5, and as a result, they are in a good position to close out the series. On the other hand, Miami will be at their best to force a game 7 back in Miami.
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 |
Jimmy Butler needs to be at his best if Miami wants to stay alive in the playoffs, else the curtains might be drawn pretty soon.
Jayson Tatum has continuously shown why he is the best player in this series, and he will look to step up and help his team to close out the series.
The Celtics have put themselves in a good position to close out the series in this game, and progress to the NBA Finals. As a result, they’ll be the favorites to get the job done.
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