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Celtics Start Playoffs with Game 1 Victory
Led by Jayson Tatum's First Career Playoff Triple-Double
Celtics Wire, October 27, 2023
The Boston Celtics opened their 2023 playoff campaign with a 119-111 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Playoffs.
Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with his first career playoff triple-double, finishing with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Jaylen Brown added 29 points, while Al Horford contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds.
The Celtics took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Heat 34-23. Boston's defense held the Heat to just 42.3% shooting from the field and forced 14 turnovers.
The Heat were without Jimmy Butler for Game 1, who is recovering from a knee injury. Butler's absence left a significant void in Miami's lineup, and the Celtics took advantage.
Game 2 of the series is set for Wednesday night in Boston.
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