Tempers and energy-shifts: the wild last 8 minutes of Celtics-Heat

In a potentially final meeting of the season, the Celtics and the Heat navigated a crazy final stretch, with the Celtics emerging victorious through their advantages.

With just under eight minutes left in the game, Jaylen Brown executed a move on Duncan Robinson that raised eyebrows. Despite the potential danger of the play, Brown was only assessed a Flagrant 1, avoiding ejection. Brown’s explanation of trying to free his arm was met with skepticism, with many viewing it as a dirty play.

At that point, the Celtics were leading by nine points, and the Heat were contemplating a comeback. The emotional day for the Heat was compounded by the news of Jimmy Butler’s indefinite absence from the team.

The game saw a shift in energy as tensions rose between the two teams. The Celtics managed to maintain their lead, ultimately securing the win in a game filled with intense moments and controversial plays.