The Boston Celtics find themselves in a rematch and then some as they gear up to play the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals for the third time in four years. After defeating the Philadelphia 76ers in seven games to win their East semis series with Philly, will the Heat prove themselves to be a more formidable opponent?
If you happen to be looking for a way to watch the on-court action live on cable television or a local or national online streaming service, keep reading while we get you up to speed on everything else you need to know about the game, including injuries, likely starters, and of course how to watch it.
Let’s begin with the players available to play.
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Injuries of note
For Boston, Jaylen Brown (face) is available, and Danilo Gallinari (ACL) is out.
For Miami, Bam Adebayo (shoulder) is available, Cody Zeller (illness) is questionable, and Tyler Herro (hand) and Victor Oladipo (knee) are out.
Boston reportedly monitoring Stephen Silas, Frank Vogel to join coaching ranks https://t.co/fsFQ6kJnCg
— The Celtics Wire (@TheCelticsWire) May 16, 2023
Likely starting lineups
Boston Celtics
- Marcus Smart
- Derrick White
- Jaylen Brown
- Jayson Tatum
- Al Horford
Miami Heat
- Game Vincent
- Max Strus
- Jimmy Butler
- Kevin Love
- Bam Adebayo
Celtics reportedly plan to play double big lineup vs. Miami Heat in Game 1 https://t.co/x6O6mSIRA4
— The Celtics Wire (@TheCelticsWire) May 16, 2023
How to watch or stream
Here’s when you should tune in to see the game:
- Date: 5/17/23
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- TV Channel: TNT
- Live Stream: Sling TV (watch for free)
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