Boston Celtics: Predicting final 8 games of regular season

By Sam Minton | Jul 1, 2020

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – DECEMBER 04: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /

August 4th Celtics at Heat 6:30 PM

This should be a very interesting game to watch. The Miami Heat have sometimes surprised the Celtics. There’s a chance of an upset down in Florida.

The Heat have a ton of young talent whether it is the sniper Tyler Herro, the dominant Bam Adebayo, or the surprise star Kendrick Nunn. With such a talented group of young players, Miami could cause some problems in the East. They are just below the Celtics sitting in the 4 seed.

Then you also have to consider Jimmy Butler. Even at 30, he can take over games. Butler is averaging over 20 points a game this season.

So this game could definitely be a challenge for the C’s. Even though that is the case I think the C’s edge out the Heat in a barn burner that comes down to the last shot.

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This seems like a game where we could see a guy like Kemba Walker or Gordon Hayward lead the way. They will have gotten the necessary playing time to shake off the rust and will be ramping up as they near the playoffs.

You have to remember that the C’s are fighting for the 2nd seed. These aren’t just throwaway games. With all that in mind, I think the C’s will be ready to take down the Heat.

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