Heat vs Celtics: times, how to watch on TV, stream online | NBA

The Boston Celtics will host the Miami Heat this Wednesday, May 17th, in the first game of the final series between these two teams. The game will be played in Boston at the TD Garden Arena.

What time does Heat vs Celtics start?

The game between Heat vs Celtics will be played on Wednesday May 17th, 2023 with tip-off at 8:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. PT.

How can I watch Heat vs Celtics?

The following channels will be broadcasting the game live in the US:

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Form guide for Heat vs Celtics

Let's have a look at the most recent games for these two teams:

Celtics:

They were able to clinch their eastern finals participation after beating the Sixers 88 - 112. Jayson Tatum was unstoppable, with 51 points and 13 rebounds in game seven. What a game for the Celtics forward. Jaylen Brown also had a great game with 25 points and 6 rebounds. The Heat will be in real trouble if Boston can keep this form.

Heat:

In Jimmy Butler we trust. That’s the motto the team from florida lives on. They come to this series a bit more rested than the Celtics. They were able to close down the NY Knicks on five games. Jimmy had 24 points and 8 rebounds in the team’s last game. Bam Adebayo is playing great basketball at the moment, the center had 23 points and 9 rebounds against the Knicks.

Heat vs Celtics prediction

We’ve assessed the recent form, injuries, suspensions and general confidence levels of both teams, and we’re left in absolutely no doubt that the result will be: 105 - 112 for the Celtics.