In a thrilling 2023 Eastern Conference Finals rematch, the Boston Celtics secured a hard-fought victory against the Miami Heat with a final score of 119-111. The performance of the game came from Derrick White, who put on a superstar display with 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 crucial blocks.
White showed off his versatility, including a pivotal 3-pointer. His ability to elevate his play in crucial moments mirrors his previous heroics in the East Finals’ Game 6. The Celtics’ resiliency shone through as they trailed by as much as 13 points in the game but came back to win soon after a tough challenge from the New York Knicks just two days prior.
However, these two victories revealed the team’s ability to grind out wins even in challenging situations, emphasizing their mental fortitude.
To hear more about Boston’s big win vs Miami, take a look at the clip embedded above to hear what the folks at NBC Sports Boston.
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