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Erik Spoelstra sends massive warning to Celtics as Heat are now considered big underdogs

Even with a 3-1 lead, Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat have become underdogs in the Eastern Conference Finals. The head coach had a warning for the Celtics.

Erik Spoelstra head coach of the Miami Heat
© Elsa/Getty ImagesErik Spoelstra head coach of the Miami Heat

The Miami Heat have been dominating the Eastern Conference Finals against the Boston Celtics. Jimmy Butler has been spectacular as the leader of a No.8 seed really close of pulling a major upset. They have a 3-1 advantage.

However, when the Celtics won 116-99 on the road, the tide suddenly turned for many experts. That blowout at Miami has put Boston as en eight-point favorite prior to Game 5 at The Garden.

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Of course, Erik Spoelstra took notice of that and had an incredible answers for all those who doubt in the NBA. Read here to find out his reaction prior to a new chapter against the Boston Celtics.

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Erik Spoelstra sends warning to Boston Celtics

Just hours before Game 5 at Boston, Erik Spoelstra faced the media and one of the first questions was if he already knew that the Miami Heat were considered almost double-digit underdogs.

“We don’t give a s**t. We’re trying to compete. It’s a great opportunity and our guys love this kind of challenges. They love to compete. They love the playoffs and love playing in an environment like this.”

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Spoelstra acknowledge his players don’t put much attention to the rumors of a possible 0-3 comeback by the Celtics. It will be the first time of a feat like that in NBA history. “This is what it’s about. It’s not about getting ahead of it. You wanna be present for the competitive nature of what we can expect tonight. That’s how are guys are wired.”

Miguel Angel Fernandez Castro is a sports writer and analyst at Bolavip US, specializing in NFL, MLB, NBA, College Football, Soccer, Tennis, and Golf. With over 15 years of experience, he has served as a broadcaster, commentator, and reporter at Grupo ACIR Radio in Mexico, covering major global events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, FIFA Confederations Cup, World Baseball Classic, Pan American Games, PGA Tour, and ATP Tour. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education.

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