Heat vs. Celtics: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Miami Heat will go up against the Boston Celtics in a decisive Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
The Heat will seek another victory over the Celtics following a 128-102 win in their matchup on Sunday. Gabe Vincent paced the Heat in the win with 29 points, while Jayson Tatum scored 14 in the losing effort for the Celtics.
When is Heat vs. Celtics and when does it start?
This contest between the Heat and Celtics will take place on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 8:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Heat vs. Celtics
The Heat and Celtics will take to the hardwood at FTX Arena for this matchup on May 23, and if you want to catch the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on TNT.
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Heat vs. Celtics Game Preview
Heat Stats, Odds & Insights
The Heat have entered the game as favorites 59 times this season and won 37, or 62.7%, of those games.
The 109.5 points per game the Heat put up are only 1.9 fewer points than the Celtics surrender (111.4).
The Heat make 12 three-pointers per game (16th in the league), 1.1 fewer than their opponents (13.1). They are shooting 34.4% from deep (27th in the NBA) while allowing opponents to shoot 36.7%.
The Heat’s offense has been much better at home (111.4 PPG) compared to away games (107.5 PPG). Meanwhile, their defense has been worse when playing at home (110.2 PPG allowed) when compared to their play on the road (109.3 PPG allowed).
The Heat have seen an increase in scoring recently, putting up 111.6 points per game in their last 10 outings, 2.1 points more than the 109.5 they’ve scored this year.
Celtics Stats, Odds & Insights
The Celtics put up 117.9 points per game (fourth in league) while giving up 111.4 per outing (fourth in NBA). They have a +535 scoring differential and outscore opponents by 6.5 points per game.
The Celtics score an average of 117.9 points per game, which is 8.1 more points than the 109.8 the Heat give up to opponents.
Beyond the arc, the Celtics are second-best in the league in 3-pointers made per game (16). They are sixth in 3-point percentage at 37.6%.
The Celtics put up more points per game at home (120.5) than on the road (115.4), and also concede fewer points at home (110.5) than on the road (112.4).
While the Celtics are putting up 117.9 points per game in 2022-23, they have fallen short of that in their previous 10 games, producing 109.8 points per contest.
Heat Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Butler | 64 | 22.9 | 5.9 | 5.3 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 0.6 |
| Bam Adebayo | 75 | 20.4 | 9.2 | 3.2 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0 |
| Max Strus | 80 | 11.5 | 3.2 | 2.1 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 2.5 |
| Kyle Lowry | 55 | 11.2 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 1 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
| Victor Oladipo | 42 | 10.7 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 1.7 |
Celtics Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 74 | 30.1 | 8.8 | 4.6 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 3.2 |
| Jaylen Brown | 67 | 26.6 | 6.9 | 3.5 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 2.4 |
| Malcolm Brogdon | 67 | 14.9 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 2 |
| Derrick White | 82 | 12.4 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.8 |
| Marcus Smart | 61 | 11.5 | 3.1 | 6.3 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
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