Celtics defeat Heat, securing playoff spot
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Miami Heat 103-91, pulling away in the fourth quarter. Jayson Tatum led with 28 points, while Jrue Holiday contributed 25. This win secured a playoff spot for the Celtics. Miami has now lost six straight games and is eight games below .500. The Heat struggled offensively, scoring 91 points against Boston, marking their third double-digit loss to the Celtics this season. Both teams will play again on Saturday, with Boston facing Brooklyn and Miami playing Memphis. The Celtics played without Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis, while Miami introduced a new starting lineup.