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Celtics Stage Epic 22-Point Comeback Against Heat
7 Feb
Summary
- Celtics overcame a 22-point deficit to win 98-96.
- Jaylen Brown scored 29 points, and Payton Pritchard added 24.
- Derrick White hit the game-winning 3-pointer with 1:31 left.
The Boston Celtics achieved their most significant comeback of the season on Friday, overcoming a 22-point deficit to defeat the Miami Heat 98-96. Jaylen Brown spearheaded the offense with 29 points, complemented by 24 points from Payton Pritchard. The team's resilience was evident as they clawed their way back from a substantial early deficit.
Derrick White was the hero of the game, sinking a crucial 3-pointer with just 1:31 remaining, which ultimately secured the win for the Celtics. This marked Boston's fifth consecutive victory and their third win against Miami this season. The team also saw a strong performance from Nikola Vucevic in his debut, who recorded a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds.
Miami had a chance to win in regulation, but Davion Mitchell missed a potential game-tying 3-pointer in the closing seconds. Despite a slow start, the Celtics found their rhythm in the second half, outscoring the Heat significantly in the third quarter to narrow the gap and set the stage for their dramatic comeback victory.
