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Miami Defeats Boston 125-113 - Recap

Boston was victimized for 32 points and 14 rebounds by Bam Adebayo as the Heat defeated the Celtics 125-113 in NBA action on Sunday.

The Heat were a +3.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 215.5.

Jimmy Butler had 22 points for Miami and Tyler Herro chipped in with 19 points. Jimmy Butler had 8 assists for the Heat, while Bam Adebayo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

The Celtics got a 26-point performance from Jaylen Brown, who was supported by 24 points from Jayson Tatum. Jayson Tatum had 11 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Marcus Smart grabbed 8 rebounds.

The Heat hit the break winning 62-60 before taking care of business in the second half.

Boston had a 42-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.