The Boston Celtics were able to build a lead in Game three and this time they were able to keep it and came away with a much-needed win. They now trail the Miami heat 2-1 in their best of seven series. They came out strong on both ends of the court and came away with a 117-106 win. Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 26 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Jayson Tatum added a double-double with 25 points with 14 rebounds with eight assists. Kemba Walker had 21 points while Marcus Smart had 20 points and six assists. The held the Heat to just 22 points in the first quarter to set the tone for the game.

The Miami Heat dropped a chance to take a commanding 3-0 lead and now must try and gain the momentum back or they will find themselves in a whole new series tied at two games apiece. Bam Adebayo had another huge game for the Heat, going for 27 points, 16 rebounds, with three steals and two blocks. Tyler Herro had 22 points and four assists, Jimmy Butler put up 17 points. Jae Crowder and Goran Dragic both shot just two for 10 from the field.

Haywood adds another dimension to the Celtics offense. The Celtis have been able to sore in this series and the addition of Hayward adds to their explosiveness. Miami has outscored the Celtics in the second half of each game. I am looking for a little higher score than the books.

Play on the OVER.