In front of L.Messi – K.Porzingis’ injury and the “Celtics” defender’s show

Derrick White, who had a career game, led the Celtics to victory. After averaging 15.2 points this season, the quarterback scored as many as 38 points.

The American hit 7-of-11 two-pointers, 8-of-15 three-pointers and scored more points than he had not scored in either a regular season or playoff game in eight seasons.

“I hit a few shots early on, which always helps. When you hit the first shots, the basket increases,” says his hero after the match.

True, the Celtics’ victory may have cost Kristaps Porzingis. The tall player injured his right calf in the first half of the match and was forced to leave the arena with a brace.

The 28-year-old tall man, who managed to score 7 points in 13 minutes, praised D. White and shared an inspiring post on the social network, and ESPN journalist Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the Latvian most likely avoided an Achilles tendon injury. However, it is believed that the 221 cm center will have to spend some time without basketball.

The Celtics jumped out to an early lead in the first half when White scored 8 points in less than a minute and Boston went on a 16-2 run to take a 29-14 lead.

In the third quarter, the difference between the teams reached 28 points – 75:47.

The Heat tried to hang on in the final quarter when they cut the deficit to 13 points (78-91), but then Bam Adebayo was fouled and the Celtics were able to maintain a tangible lead and win the game.

The Heat continued to be without two starting five players, the injured Jimmy Butler and Terry Rozier.

Football superstar Lionel Messi also saw the victory of the Boston team at the Kaseya Center arena in Miami. He watched the match sitting with his family and fellow footballers Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets.

L.Messi has been representing Miami “Inter” football club since last year.

The Celtics have a 3-1 playoff series lead for the 29th time in club history. All 28 times so far, Boston did not waste the lead and won the series.

Heat: Bam Adebayo 25 (9/19 doubles, 17 rebounds), Tyler Herro 19 (5 turnovers), Caleb Martin 18 (4/8 triples).

Celtics: Derrick White 38 (7/11 doubles, 8/15 triples), Jayson Tatum 20 (8/8 free, 11 rebounds), Jaylen Brown 17 (7/18, 6 fouls) , Jrue Holiday 11 (6 reps).