Once again, the Miami Heat are up against Eastern Conference rival Boston Celtics, and once again, it’s on the second night of a back-to-back. Although the scheduling is eerie, the Heat should have a much easier time preparing for this matchup. Last time these teams faced off, Miami had just eked out a tough overtime win against the Raptors in Toronto. The team then traveled overnight to Boston, where they would suit up short-handed and get pounced on by the rested Celtics.
I think it’s safe to assume the Heat will be down at least one player this time around, but given how the team has played the last two games without Kendrick Nunn, I’m optimistic the Heat can compete at a high level against Boston.