- Matchup: Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat
- Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Venue: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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On Wednesday, the Boston Celtics (50-25) will take on the Miami Heat (40-36) at the Kaseya Center.
In their last game, the Celtics suffered a defeat against the Hawks, finishing 112-102. The Celtics committed 20 personal fouls compared to 14 by the Hawks. From beyond the arc, Boston managed to sink 15 of 38 attempts. Atlanta shot 73.3% from the free throw line, converting 11 of 15 chances. The Hawks dominated the boards with 55 total rebounds (16 offensive, 39 defensive) and recorded 7 blocks. Atlanta also dished out 31 assists and had 8 steals. On the defensive end, Boston allowed their opponents to shoot 46.7% from the field, totaling 43 of 92 shots made. The Celtics logged 26 assists, forced 12 turnovers, and made 7 steals. In rebounding, they secured 35 boards, including 7 offensive. At the free-throw line, they hit 18 of 26 attempts for a conversion rate of 69.2%. Overall, Boston achieved a field goal percentage of 41.2% (35 out of 85) and made 14 of 37 three-point attempts.
Jaylen Brown had a notable presence in this matchup, shooting 31.0% from the field while dishing out 9 assists. In 40 minutes of play, he secured 10 rebounds and scored 29 points on 9 of 29 shooting.
Heading into the matchup, Boston has a win-loss record of 50-25 this season. They are averaging 114.0 points per game, placing them 23rd in the league, with a shooting percentage of 46.3%. The Celtics are hitting 36.2% of their three-point attempts (1,141 out of 3,153) and 80.5% from the free-throw line. As a unit, they are securing 46.5 rebounds per game and have registered 1,825 assists this season—ranking them 29th in the league in assists. Their turnover rate is 12.3 times per game, and they are committing an average of 19.1 fouls.
Defensively, Boston forces 12.4 turnovers per game and averages 18.5 foul calls against them. They hold opponents to 35.6% shooting from beyond the arc and lead the NBA in fewest points allowed per game at 106.9. The Celtics allow a field goal percentage of 44.1% (2,865 out of 6,498) and average 41.6 defensive rebounds per game. They rank 4th in the league in total assists allowed, with 1,850 given up for the season.
In their last outing, the Heat achieved a win, defeating the 76ers 119-109. On the boards, Miami allowed Philadelphia to grab 53 rebounds (14 offensive). They shot 31.6% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 38 attempts, and were successful at the free-throw line, converting 17 of 19 shots (89.5%). The Heat allowed the 76ers to connect on 40 of 96 field-goal attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 41.7%. Miami completed the game with 43 made field goals out of 93 attempts, amounting to a success rate of 46.2%. In three-point shooting, they netted 11 of 40 attempts (27.5%). Their performance at the free-throw line was strong as well, hitting 22 of 29 shots for 75.9%. Philadelphia committed 14 fouls during the game, providing Miami with 29 chances at the charity stripe. The Heat turned the ball over 11 times and collected 8 steals, while managing to grab 45 defensive boards and 6 offensive rebounds for a total of 51 rebounds in the contest.
Tyler Herro played a pivotal role in this matchup, scoring 30 points in 42 minutes on the court, adding 3 assists, and achieving a field goal percentage of 50.0% by making 12 of 24 attempts, along with grabbing 4 rebounds.
Miami has a record of 40-36 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 46.4% from the field, placing them 19th in the league. The Heat have scored 9,138 points this season, averaging 120.2 points per game, and are securing 46.7 rebounds per game. They assist 28.6 times per game (7th in the league) while committing 13.7 turnovers per game. Miami averages 18.9 fouls and hits 79.3% from the free-throw line.
On the defensive side, Miami ranks 22nd in the NBA for points allowed per game at 117.8. They force 15.3 turnovers each game and allow a field goal percentage of 46.2% (8th in the league). The Heat give up 35.3% shooting from three-point territory and allow opponents to convert 80.8% of free throws. Their defense allows 27.3 assists and 46.6 rebounds per game, ranking them 19th and 28th in the league, respectively.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NBA game against the spread?
Prediction: Back Miami
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