MIA vs BOS Dream11 Prediction NBA Live Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics

MIA vs BOS Dream11: The NBA 2021-22 season is heading to its last few days and this has been another riveting season for the fans, readers, writers, and experts who are engaged with the league. The Conference Finals have dawned upon us and we can expect the fireworks to blast off even more. So, how will the sparks flare when the Miami Heat host the Boston Celtics in Game 1?

The Heat beat the 76ers in the First Round Four-Two. They did so against Embiid and Harden, shutting them both down while making sure that their offense keeps ticking. Jimmy Butler is the central reason why the team is here. On the other hand, the Celtics defeated the Bucks in seven games, doing a great job in the last two games to erase a three-two deficit. Jayson Tatum, unsurprisingly topped the scoring for them but it was the overall balance that saw them through on both ends.

Host: Miami Heat
Visitors: Boston Celtics
Match Timing: 18 May, @ 06:00 AM (+05:30 UTC)
Venue: FTX Arena

NBA Projections, Stats & Analysis

Can be a low-scoring series

This Heat and the Celtics are among the two best defenses in the league. While the Celtics have shown the ability to shut down the perimeter for Guards, the Heat has a switch-heavy defense where their Frontline players Adebayo and Tucker are both comfortable switching to Guards and stall their progress. This is what makes both teams special and a major reason why they are the last two standing in the East now.

The Celtics have looked more effective on the offensive end than the Heat and it is because their scoring balance has been way better than the Heat. Sure, Jayson Tatum has been red-hot, but he has seen the frontline of Grant Williams and Al Horford, coming out of his shell and having a big game that turn the needle. The backcourt of Smart and Brown has been on fire, especially Brown as the Celtics have four strong playmakers in Tatum, Brown, Horford, and Smart while Derrick White also brings two-way talents off the bench.

For the Heat, Jimmy Butler has had to take matters into his own hands and the support has been inconsistent around him. Bam Adebayo has been strong but not as offensively assertive regularly. Tyler Herro has been up-and-down considering he shot below 30% from three in the last series while averaging less than 5+ points a game compared to the Regular Season. Max Strus has been incredible while Victor Oladipo has turned back the clock every now and then.

Fantasy-related tips

Jimmy Butler has been the most reliable fantasy produced, not only being a scorer but a playmaker and rebounder. Apart from him, the other players have been erratic in terms of fantasy points but Max Strus has been incredible with his comparatively lower credit value. Meanwhile, Tyler Herro’s stocks have fallen while Duncan Robinson has disappeared. The value of Gabe Vincent grows in absence of Lowry and Tucker has been inconsistent in terms of fantasy points but can prove to be a viable inclusion.

Jayson Tatum remains the fantasy favorite for the Celtics, hauling in major points, rebounds, and assists. Apart from him, Jaylen Brown has been incredible too while Al Horford’s all-around chops give him a high fantasy value. Marcus Smart has been dependable these days too while Grant Williams and Derrick White are wild-card prospects.

Peak Performers Predictions

Highest scorer: Jimmy Butler: 32
Highest Rebounder: Al Horford: 11
Highest assists: Jimmy Butler: 8
Final scoreline Prediction: Heat 104 Celtics 98

Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics NBA Live, Team News and Lineups

Miami Heat Team News

PJ Tucker, Gabe Vincent, Caleb Martin are Game-Time Decisions.
Kyle Lowry is OUT for the game.

Heat Expected Starting Five
Two-way Star Wing: SF: Jimmy Butler
Defensive Specialist: PF: PJ Tucker
Inside Presence: C: Bam Adebayo
Off-the-ball Shooter: SG: Max Strus
Defensive Guard: PG: Gabe Vincent

BENCH: Duncan Robinson, Tyler Herro, Victor Oladipo, DeWayne Dedmon, Udonis Haslem, Omer Yurtseven, Marcus Garrett, Kyle Guy.

Boston Celtics Team News:

Marcus Smart is QUESTIONABLE for the game.

Celtics Expected Starting Five

Two-way High-Scoring Wing: SF: Jayson Tatum
All-around Big: PF: Al Horford
Inside Presence: C: Robert Williams
Two-way High-scoring Guard: SG: Jaylen Brown
Defensive specialist and Playmaker: PG: Marcus Smart

BENCH: Grant Williams, Daniel Theis, Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Aaron Nesmith, Sam Hauser, Bruno Fernando.

NBA Scores, Fantasy Basketball Top Picks

Jimmy Butler(MIA)
Points: 32
Rebounds: 08
Assists: 04
Blocks: 02
Steals: 01
Wing Butler has played a significant role on the offensive during the Playoffs and he looks hungry for the championship after losing in the Finals a couple of years ago. I expect a 24-32 points, 5-8 rebounds, and 3-6 assists range. He is usually a candidate for Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 40-55

Jayson Tatum(BOS)
Points: 23
Rebounds: 06
Assists: 08
Blocks: 01
Wing Tatum is usually the leading scorer for the Celtics and apart from being an elite three-point shooter, he has a variety of moves. The all-around wing can be in 25+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 3+ assists range here.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 38-52

Bam Adebayo(MIA)
Points: 10
Rebounds: 08
Assists: 00
Steals: 02
Blocks: 01
Center Bam made five of his five shots in the last game but his ability to play defense both inside and outside is what makes him special along with his rebounding. I expect a 13-18 points, 7-11 rebounds, and 1-3 steals/blocks range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-42

Jaylen Brown(BOS)
Points: 19
Rebounds: 08
Assists: 00
Steals: 02
Brown is having a solid season and his availability and great health has impacted the Celtics on both ends in a positive way. I believe he will be in 20-25 points, 5-8 rebounds, and 2-4 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 30-42

Max Strus(MIA)
Points: 20
Rebounds: 11
Assists: 05
Guard Strus has given the Heat a huge lift throughout the season and has only improved during the Playoffs in multiple ways. I expect a 11-15 points and 4-6 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 16-25

Marcus Smart(BOS)
Points: 11
Rebounds: 07
Assists: 10
Steals: 01
Blocks: 01
Point Guard Smart did a great job in the last series and his playmaking, scoring, defense, and all-around impact will be needed. I believe he will be in 12-16 points, 6-9 assists, and 4-7 rebounds. However, he is QUESTIONABLE here.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 29-42

MIA vs BOS DREAM11 LINEUP BALANCERS

- Tyler Herro(MIA) had 10 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Guard Tyler was a bit off in the prior rounds but a long rest may have healed him a bit. I believe he will be in 15-22 points and 4-6 assists/rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 16-27
- Al Horford(BOS) had 6 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 block in the last game. Horford was one of the major reasons why the Celtics beat the Bucks in the last series. I believe Al will be in 8-12 points, 7-10 rebounds, 2-5 assists, and 1-2 blocks/steals range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 25-36
- Grant Williams(BOS) had 27 points, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks in the last game. After a relatively thin stretch in the last series, Grant finished with a brilliant 10/22 shooting night while being an effective option overall. I believe he will be in 9-14 points and 3-6 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 13-27
- PJ Tucker(MIA) had 12 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks in the last game. Defensive threat Tucker had a great game, making six of his nine shots. I expect a 6-10 points and 4-9 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 11-22
- Victor Oladipo (MIA) had 4 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal in the last game. Guard Oladipo shot two of his five shots in the last game and has had his wonderful moments in the Playoffs. I expect a 7-12 points range here.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 9-19
- DeWayne Dedmon(MIA) had 4 points, 3 rebounds in the last game. Dedmon at most receives around 8-12 minutes but can get decent rebounding and scoring. I believe he will be in 4-8 point sand 2-5 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-12
- Derrick White(BOS) had 3 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Despite a 1/10 shooting night, Derrick had his great moments in the last series, especially on the defensive end. I expect a 7-11 points, 2-4 rebounds, and 2-3 assists range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 9-22
- Gabe Vincent(MIA) had 7 points, 6 assists, 2 rebounds, 1 steal in the last game. Defensive dynamo Gabe is going to start in absence of Lowry. I believe he will be in 5-9 points, 3-6 assists, and 1-2 steals range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 13-23
- Robert Williams (BOS) is cleared to play here after missing most of the series. I believe he will be in 6-12 points and 6-9 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 12-22
- Payton Pritchard(BOS) had 14 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists in the last game. Payton shot four out of six from three and doesn’t get many minutes. I believe he will be in 5-9 points range here.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 5-15

MIA vs BOS Dream11 Lineup

(Recommended)
PG: D White
SG: M Smart, M Strus
SF: J Butler(SP)
PF: J Tatum(PP), R Williams
C: D Dedmon, A Horford

(Alternate)
PG: D White
SG: D White, M Strus
SF: J Brown(PP), J Butler(SP)
PF: P Tucker, R Williams
C: A Horford

Where to watch NBA Live Score?

The first game of the series that decide who goes into the Finals! Who will be going in among the Celtics or Heat? In a beautiful piece of news for India-based NBA viewers, this game can be viewed on streaming services JIO TV and Voot, the two official streaming services for viewers in India. Meanwhile, Sports 18 and VH1 are also going to show this game. To know the scores, stats, and news, visit the official website of the NBA.

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