Miami vs Boston Prediction: the Celtics to Show Why They're Favorites for the Match and the Series

The Miami Heat had a great game, defeating Boston on the road in Game 6 of the East Finals series and bringing the showdown home. Will the Fire follow through and take the decisive Game 7? Let's pick a few options to bet on.

After a blowout loss in Games 4 and 5 of the East Finals, it looked like Erik Spoelstra's team would have no chance of success in Game 6 at TD Garden. Miami, however, had the game of their lifetime. Congrats to Jimmy Butler with 47 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Kyle Lowry had 18 points and 10 assists. Thats how we have 111-103 and the series moves to Miami. 

The Celtics entered the home court as season finishers. Ime Udoka's team didn't defend tightly enough, attacked too slackly and deservedly lost by 7 points in the first quarter. As a result, only at the end of the game Boston managed to take the lead, but there was no comeback as Miami was more inclined to win. Now everything would be decided in Florida.  

Winning Game 6 does not secure Miami a ticket to the finals. After the home fiasco, Boston is bound to come into this game more focused. Like every other Heat player, Butler is unlikely to score under 50 points again. The Celtics have a good chance to confirm their status as a matchup and series favorite. Prediction - win for Boston.

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