Eastern Conference Finals (Heat vs Celtics)

[Sanitough]

So here we go to the game 3.

Celtics are playing at home, and the current spread is -6.5.
IMO, I think Celtics here are just overvalued, yes, they won game 2 and dominated the Heat, but this is just another game, and we know that Heat will certainly make an adjustment, so I have a big feeling that we will not see the same scenario in game 2 as Heat will try to make it a close game.

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[Japinat]

So here we go to the game 3.

Celtics are playing at home, and the current spread is -6.5.
IMO, I think Celtics here are just overvalued, yes, they won game 2 and dominated the Heat, but this is just another game, and we know that Heat will certainly make an adjustment, so I have a big feeling that we will not see the same scenario in game 2 as Heat will try to make it a close game.

Honestly, I'm a bit hesitant taking that -6.5. I would be okay if they came from a close game win or a loss, but they came from a huge victory which people might think they'll easily win this game and that most bets might be going with the Celtics, therefore I think I will lean on the heat with handicap betting.

[Rufsilf]

So here we go to the game 3.

Celtics are playing at home, and the current spread is -6.5.
IMO, I think Celtics here are just overvalued, yes, they won game 2 and dominated the Heat, but this is just another game, and we know that Heat will certainly make an adjustment, so I have a big feeling that we will not see the same scenario in game 2 as Heat will try to make it a close game.

Honestly, I'm a bit hesitant taking that -6.5. I would be okay if they came from a close game win or a loss, but they came from a huge victory which people might think they'll easily win this game and that most bets might be going with the Celtics, therefore I think I will lean on the heat with handicap betting.

You have a point and it's your choice if you lean on the Heat in tomorrow's game but it's hard to forget that the Miami Heat have just won that 1st game and the gap is not that big considering that the Celtics that time was undermanned and the DOTY of the year wasn't there as well as Al Horford. For me, the hand is on the Celtics side, especially since they'll play at their home and they could probably get that -6.5 spread.

[Distinctin]

I expected to see Heat winning the second game as well but Celtics didn't let it happen. It looks like they had their lesson from the first game and prepared much better for this one. Because their performance was really extraordinary this time. They simply destroyed Heat by a result like 127-102. And the most important thing that helped them win this comfortably was that each one of the Tatum-Brown-Smart trio scored 24 points or higher. G. Williams also made a significant contribution by 19 points. Heat couldn't answer them in the same way and the series is 1-1 now.

They actually had a good 1st half-game in the first game but the Heat respond in the 3rd quarter by dominating the Celtics. In the 2nd game, Celtics made sure that Heat would not do it to them again as they are successful in controlling the game, especially in the 3rd quarter.

After the series is tied, Heat looks like they don't stand a chance of beating the Celtics anymore.
Anyway, Celtics still needs to win 3 games to advance, so it's still too early to conclude.

There is indeed lots of people who did expect to see the Miami Heat winning the 2nd game but they just end up losing mainly for those bettors who bet on Miami's side. Honestly, the Heat didn't fully dominated the 1st game because the Celtics have been fighting and still manage to give some challenge to the Heat, they're just undermanned that's why they lost that specific game. On the 2nd game, the Celtics buried the Heat with 25 points because the key players are back.

[Botnake]

I expected to see Heat winning the second game as well but Celtics didn't let it happen. It looks like they had their lesson from the first game and prepared much better for this one. Because their performance was really extraordinary this time. They simply destroyed Heat by a result like 127-102. And the most important thing that helped them win this comfortably was that each one of the Tatum-Brown-Smart trio scored 24 points or higher. G. Williams also made a significant contribution by 19 points. Heat couldn't answer them in the same way and the series is 1-1 now.

They actually had a good 1st half-game in the first game but the Heat respond in the 3rd quarter by dominating the Celtics. In the 2nd game, Celtics made sure that Heat would not do it to them again as they are successful in controlling the game, especially in the 3rd quarter.

After the series is tied, Heat looks like they don't stand a chance of beating the Celtics anymore.
Anyway, Celtics still needs to win 3 games to advance, so it's still too early to conclude.

There is indeed lots of people who did expect to see the Miami Heat winning the 2nd game but they just end up losing mainly for those bettors who bet on Miami's side. Honestly, the Heat didn't fully dominated the 1st game because the Celtics have been fighting and still manage to give some challenge to the Heat, they're just undermanned that's why they lost that specific game. On the 2nd game, the Celtics buried the Heat with 25 points because the key players are back.

With that, I think people are still thinking that the Celtics will have a bigger chance of winning now that the series is shifted to their home court. However, IMO, this will not be easy for the Celtics and Heat will find a way to lead in the series and that is by winning the game 3. I hope that it's going to be a different game, different from game 1 and 2, a game that is close that could reach an OT if possible.

[Baofeng]

So here we go to the game 3.

Celtics are playing at home, and the current spread is -6.5.
IMO, I think Celtics here are just overvalued, yes, they won game 2 and dominated the Heat, but this is just another game, and we know that Heat will certainly make an adjustment, so I have a big feeling that we will not see the same scenario in game 2 as Heat will try to make it a close game.

Honestly, I'm a bit hesitant taking that -6.5. I would be okay if they came from a close game win or a loss, but they came from a huge victory which people might think they'll easily win this game and that most bets might be going with the Celtics, therefore I think I will lean on the heat with handicap betting.

Same here mate, not sure if I'm going to pull the trigger at -6.5 although the like has move a bit from 2.x to 1.9 hours before the game.

Heat is a good team in adjusting, they have the experienced under coach Spo so I think this will be a different outcome in game 3. And if we see Lowry orchestrating the offense for the Heat, this could be a close one.

[roslinpl]

Sprit is the essential one for this gambling. Mostly don’t set your emotions in the loss. While involve your money,don’t set your money into the top of the brain. It was dam sure you will loss your entire holding in the gambling. Celtics will win the match for sure, while making a critical situation here. Many people will inverse their money in gambling will loss huge money.

[Velvet78]

In an hour, the third game of the series is starting, Celtics - Heat. I really admired Celtics' performance in the last game. They showed a huge defensive and offensive performance at the same time which was a big help for destroying Heat comfortably. I assume that Heat would play better this time but it might still not enough for them to win. Because I think Celtics are closer to a victory once again. Maybe this would be by a much smaller margin but they would still make a comeback in the series and be 2-1 ahead.

[Bttzed03]

It's like a different Heat team in the first half for game 3. I like how aggressive they are in attacking the paint with Adebayo taking the lead. They have to watch out though because Celtics, despite the many TOs in the 1st half, still ended the second quarter stronger and that could give them more confidence going into the third quarter.

[TravelMug]

It's like a different Heat team in the first half for game 3. I like how aggressive they are in attacking the paint with Adebayo taking the lead. They have to watch out though because Celtics, despite the many TOs in the 1st half, still ended the second quarter stronger and that could give them more confidence going into the third quarter.

It was Adebayo this time to carry the scoring load for the Heat. I think he might have watch the replay of game 2 and he knows that he was outmuscled in both end by Robert Williams so he has to do something about it.

That good lead was enough cushion for them and somewhat was able fend off that huge comeback from the Celtics to win game 3 and get back the home court advantage.

[Dave1]

In an hour, the third game of the series is starting, Celtics - Heat. I really admired Celtics' performance in the last game. They showed a huge defensive and offensive performance at the same time which was a big help for destroying Heat comfortably. I assume that Heat would play better this time but it might still not enough for them to win. Because I think Celtics are closer to a victory once again. Maybe this would be by a much smaller margin but they would still make a comeback in the series and be 2-1 ahead.

Nah, Heat beat them in their own homecourt, although both stars are out, Tatum and Butler because of injuries so they cancel each other. But I guess the Heat has much more depth as they were able to have someone step up the plate in Bam Adebayo to make a 2-1 lead for them. But this series is still far from over, a win by Celtics next game could even up the score again. So it's going to be game to game basis and most likely this could be a 7 game series again.

[Japinat]

In an hour, the third game of the series is starting, Celtics - Heat. I really admired Celtics' performance in the last game. They showed a huge defensive and offensive performance at the same time which was a big help for destroying Heat comfortably. I assume that Heat would play better this time but it might still not enough for them to win. Because I think Celtics are closer to a victory once again. Maybe this would be by a much smaller margin but they would still make a comeback in the series and be 2-1 ahead.

Nah, Heat beat them in their own homecourt, although both stars are out, Tatum and Butler because of injuries so they cancel each other. But I guess the Heat has much more depth as they were able to have someone step up the plate in Bam Adebayo to make a 2-1 lead for them. But this series is still far from over, a win by Celtics next game could even up the score again. So it's going to be game to game basis and most likely this could be a 7 game series again.

This is a great series, I also thought that Marcus Smart would be injured after he falls because he grabbed his ankle, good thing he is okay. Now, game 4 would be different if Butler will not be able to play, and I'm sure that Celtics will try to even the series.

[Distinctin]

In an hour, the third game of the series is starting, Celtics - Heat. I really admired Celtics' performance in the last game. They showed a huge defensive and offensive performance at the same time which was a big help for destroying Heat comfortably. I assume that Heat would play better this time but it might still not enough for them to win. Because I think Celtics are closer to a victory once again. Maybe this would be by a much smaller margin but they would still make a comeback in the series and be 2-1 ahead.

Nah, Heat beat them in their own homecourt, although both stars are out, Tatum and Butler because of injuries so they cancel each other. But I guess the Heat has much more depth as they were able to have someone step up the plate in Bam Adebayo to make a 2-1 lead for them. But this series is still far from over, a win by Celtics next game could even up the score again. So it's going to be game to game basis and most likely this could be a 7 game series again.

This is a great series, I also thought that Marcus Smart would be injured after he falls because he grabbed his ankle, good thing he is okay. Now, game 4 would be different if Butler will not be able to play, and I'm sure that Celtics will try to even the series.

Indeed! Nobody has expected that he will come back again and play, and he even shoots a three-pointer right after he got back on the court. What a nice play by Marcus Smart, he really couldn't bear leaving his team hanging while trying to chase the huge gap given by the Heat.

It is still undetermined whether Jimmy Butler can play or not, but coach Spoelstra said that it's not that serious as they are also expecting Butler to play in Game 4.

[ChiBitCTy]

I watched about half of last nights game between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat and I couldn’t believe how well the Heat played without their star player being on top of his game in Jimmy Butler. It’s amazing to me that they were able to pull off the victory with Jimmy Butler only ending up with 8 points. I foresee them in the championships for sure.

[OgNasty]

I watched about half of last nights game between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat and I couldn’t believe how well the Heat played without their star player being on top of his game in Jimmy Butler. It’s amazing to me that they were able to pull off the victory with Jimmy Butler only ending up with 8 points. I foresee them in the championships for sure.

I had all but given the series to the Celtics before this game.  I have to admit I was shocked to see how it turned out.  Now they're saying Butler isn't 100% but it seems like a lot of people still think Miami is going to win.  I'm not in that camp, but I must admit that I have no idea how they pulled out the win last night.  I guess this is going to be a series after all.

[CLS63]

Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics series has been going on very competitively. Miami Heat are 2-1 ahead now but I still believe in Boston Celtics of course. Boston Celtics are my favourite team for the the championship as I indicated it before. I really like them for their solid offense and defense both. And maybe this series will finish by a very close score but Boston Celtics would manage to eliminate Miami Heat hopefully. And when it comes to the fourth game, I'm expecting Boston Celtics to be victorious. I will wait for them to be better at defending above all else.

[freedomgo]

Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics series has been going on very competitively. Miami Heat are 2-1 ahead now but I still believe in Boston Celtics of course. Boston Celtics are my favourite team for the the championship as I indicated it before. I really like them for their solid offense and defense both. And maybe this series will finish by a very close score but Boston Celtics would manage to eliminate Miami Heat hopefully. And when it comes to the fourth game, I'm expecting Boston Celtics to be victorious. I will wait for them to be better at defending above all else.

Unlike the Mavs vs Warriors series, I think this series is going to reach game 6 or 7. Yes, Heat has the lead in the series now but it's still too early to conclude, we know that the Celtics are good in bouncing back, so I believe they will be able to even the series tomorrow, and I like that their spread is not moving significantly, I'm very comfortable with -6.5

[dimonstration]

Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics series has been going on very competitively. Miami Heat are 2-1 ahead now but I still believe in Boston Celtics of course. Boston Celtics are my favourite team for the the championship as I indicated it before. I really like them for their solid offense and defense both. And maybe this series will finish by a very close score but Boston Celtics would manage to eliminate Miami Heat hopefully. And when it comes to the fourth game, I'm expecting Boston Celtics to be victorious. I will wait for them to be better at defending above all else.

Unlike the Mavs vs Warriors series, I think this series is going to reach game 6 or 7. Yes, Heat has the lead in the series now but it's still too early to conclude, we know that the Celtics are good in bouncing back, so I believe they will be able to even the series tomorrow, and I like that their spread is not moving significantly, I'm very comfortable with -6.5

This is only possible with a healthy Jimmy Butler on the roster of Heat. There's a news that he is questionable to play in game 4 while Celtics will not repeat their mistakes in game 3 and obviously adjust there strategy to match up Adebayo aggression. They have Theis to stop him by force if Butler will not return in the rest of the game. Jimmy Butler has a lot of injury reports on this season and this might be bad news to Heat if he will not come back healthy to stop Boston counterattack against them. We already witness how they manage to come back against strong opponents when they Beat Bucks in game 7 match.

Heat without Butler is very easy to beat by Boston with a complete package of attack and defence roster.

[danherbias07]

This is only possible with a healthy Jimmy Butler on the roster of Heat. There's a news that he is questionable to play in game 4 while Celtics will not repeat their mistakes in game 3 and obviously adjust there strategy to match up Adebayo aggression. They have Theis to stop him by force if Butler will not return in the rest of the game. Jimmy Butler has a lot of injury reports on this season and this might be bad news to Heat if he will not come back healthy to stop Boston counterattack against them. We already witness how they manage to come back against strong opponents when they Beat Bucks in game 7 match.

Heat without Butler is very easy to beat by Boston with a complete package of attack and defence roster.

Regarding health, so are Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart. They are in probable status and the decision will be before game time if they will play or not.
Remember that twisted ankle by both players? I think Smart's case is the worst but he got back into the game although it's obvious he is still in pain.
This series may become unpredictable if both teams' starters will be out.
Butler is a big piece for a win but the bench managed to finish it in 2nd half of Game 3. I think Miami Heat will possibly win this if ever the injury cases get worst.

[Jating]

This is only possible with a healthy Jimmy Butler on the roster of Heat. There's a news that he is questionable to play in game 4 while Celtics will not repeat their mistakes in game 3 and obviously adjust there strategy to match up Adebayo aggression. They have Theis to stop him by force if Butler will not return in the rest of the game. Jimmy Butler has a lot of injury reports on this season and this might be bad news to Heat if he will not come back healthy to stop Boston counterattack against them. We already witness how they manage to come back against strong opponents when they Beat Bucks in game 7 match.

Heat without Butler is very easy to beat by Boston with a complete package of attack and defence roster.

Regarding health, so are Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart. They are in probable status and the decision will be before game time if they will play or not.
Remember that twisted ankle by both players? I think Smart's case is the worst but he got back into the game although it's obvious he is still in pain.
This series may become unpredictable if both teams' starters will be out.
Butler is a big piece for a win but the bench managed to finish it in 2nd half of Game 3. I think Miami Heat will possibly win this if ever the injury cases get worst.

Yes, if Smart and Tatum can't play then all advantage will go to Heat. Even if Butler can't play there are a lot of players that can step up, we've seen Bam and Lowry do that in game 3. So I might favor the Heat if that will be the scenario at game time (no Smart and Tatum). And if the Heat win, it's going to be 3-1 and most likely they will win the series against Boston.