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Heat Stun Top-Seeded Celtics with Record Three-Point Shooting, Series Tied 1-1

The Miami Heat, despite being undermanned, leveled the playoff series against the Boston Celtics by setting a franchise record for three-pointers made in a playoff game.

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Apr 24, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Miami Heat forward Caleb Martin (16) is congratulated after his three point basket by forward Nikola Jovic (5) against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • Miami Heat overcame a first-game loss by defeating the Boston Celtics 111-101 in Game 2, tying the series at 1-1.
  • The Heat set a franchise record with 23 three-pointers on a 53.5% shooting from beyond the arc.
  • Miami's strategic adjustment to increase three-point attempts proved pivotal, exploiting the Celtics' defensive focus on the paint.
  • Celtics' home-court advantage nullified as they struggle to contain Heat's perimeter shooting.
  • The series moves to Miami for Game 3, with both teams looking to adjust strategies after a surprising Heat victory.