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Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat Game 6: Predictions, odds, and how to watch NBA playoffs

Boston Celtics and Miami Heat will face off again tonightfor Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finalsof the NBA playoffs. Check outall match details, preview, predictions, odds, and how to watch the game.

Jimmy Butler dribbles past Jayson Tatum. (Getty)
Jimmy Butler dribbles past Jayson Tatum. (Getty)

Boston Celtics and Miami Heat will meet again tonight at 7:30 pm ET for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals of the 2020 NBA playoffs.Here, you’ll find everything there is to know about the game: head-to-head, match information, preview, and how to watch this exciting game.

The Boston Celtics forced Game 6 with a flawless second half in Game 5 after trailing by as many as 13 points early in the first quarter. Jayson Tatum led the way for 31 of his teams’ 121 points.

Jimmy Butler had a modest scoring outing with just 17 points but added 8 rebounds and 8 dimes. However, the sense of urgency was clearly on Boston’s side as they knew a loss meant their season was over.

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Head-To-Head: Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics haven’t faced off that many times in the playoffs. Thus far, they’ve played 21 playoff games, with the Heat holding a close 11-10 lead in their all-time series. This is as close as it gets.

Match Information: Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat

Date: Sunday, Sep 27, 2020
Time: 7:30p.m. ET, 4:30 p.m. PT
Location:HP Field House, Orlando

Injuries

Boston Celtics

Vincent Poirier: Personal, Day-to-day

Javonte Green: Knee, Targeting late-September

Miami Heat

Chris Silva: Pelvis, Out indefinitely

Gabe Vincent: Shoulder, Day-to-day

Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat Game 6: Predictions And Odds

It seems like oddsmakers are expecting the Boston Celtics to even things out in Game 6 and force Game 7, as they enter the game as 3.5-point favorites. They’re also expecting another low-scoring affair, with the game total projected at 214.5 points.

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DraftKings FanDuel
Handicap Celtics -3.5 Celtics -3
Game Total o/u 214.5 o/u 214.0

* Odds via DraftKings & FanDuel

How Can I Watch Or Live Stream Free Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat Game 6 In The U.S?

Game 6:Sunday, September 27, 7:30 PM (ET), 4:30 PM (PT), Miami Heat at Boston Celtics: ESPN, ESPN Radio, ESPN app, and NBA League Pass.

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