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NBA Conference Finals | Jimmy Butler scores 41 as Heat take Game 1 from Celtics

Jimmy Butler scored 41 points, and the Miami Heat turned things around with a huge third quarter on the way to beating the shorthanded Boston Celtics 118-107 in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals

The Hindu

Heat rides dominant third quarter to beat Boston, take 1-0 lead in Eastern Finals

MIAMI — Miami entered these Eastern Conference Finals in the unusual predicament of being both a No. 1 seed and a clear underdog in the series, according to Las Vegas oddsmakers.

Miami Herald

Kyle Lowry does not practice, status for Game 1 of East Finals unclear

Nick Friedell: Spoelstra said Kyle Lowry (hamstring) did not practice today. His status for the upcoming series remains unclear. Source: Twitter @NickFriedell What's the buzz on Twitter? Nick Friedell @ NickFriedell Spoelstra said Kyle Lowry ...

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A look at the important playoff lessons that Heat’s Adebayo, Herro learned in second round

The NBA playoffs will force teams and players to adjust from series to series and game to game. Just ask Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro.

Miami Herald

Dave Hyde: Heat’s undrafted players outplayed 76ers' pedigree — sports at its best

There was a moment in the second half of this signature Miami Heat night, this beautiful Thursday night, when the television camera swung to a seated Pat Riley, who arched his neck and lifted his chin and offered the angular idea of an eagle surveying his constructed world.

Tribune News Service

David Murphy: Joel Embiid says the Sixers need tougher players like P.J. Tucker. They also need more of it from James Harden.

PHILADELPHIA — What now?

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Joel Embiid refuses to dwell on postseason injuries, but admits the Sixers must get tougher after another second-round exit

PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid wrapped close friend Jimmy Butler into a hug near the 76ers’ bench before walking off the court late Thursday, the physical representation of one All-Star and his team moving on to the Eastern Conference finals and the other again falling short of the ultimate goal.

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Joel Embiid: ‘Everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that’s not who he is anymore’

Michael Scotto: Joel Embiid on James Harden: "Obviously, I'm sure since we got him, everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that's not who he is anymore. He's more of a playmaker. I thought, at times, as with all of us, could've been more ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Heat Eliminate 76ers Thanks to Swarming Defensive Effort

Miami is moving on to the conference finals after stifling Philadelphia in a convincing Game 6 victory.

Sports Illustrated

Heat dominates second half, beats Philadelphia 76ers to advance to Eastern Finals

For the second time in Jimmy Butler’s three years in Miami, the Heat is headed to a conference finals.

Miami Herald

Kyle Lowry traveling to Philadelphia but out for Game 6

Ira Winderman: Kyle Lowry (hamstring) is traveling with the Heat to Philadelphia, but is out for Thursday's Game 6. Of course, he's from Philadelphia. Source: Twitter @IraHeatBeat What's the buzz on Twitter? Shandel Richardson @ ShandelRich Kyle ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Kyle Lowry ruled out for Tuesday’s game against Philadelphia

Joe Vardon: Kyle Lowry (hamstring) is out for Game 5 tonight against the Sixers Source: Twitter @joevardon What's the buzz on Twitter? Brady Hawk @ BradyHawk305 Kyle Lowry OUT tonight for game 5 - 11:16 AM Keith Pompey @ PompeyOnSixers #Heat PG Kyle ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Kyle Lowry questionable for Game 5 due to hamstring injury

Anthony Chiang: Kyle Lowry is listed as questionable for tomorrow's Game 5 with a strained left hamstring. Source: Twitter @Anthony_Chiang What's the buzz on Twitter? Brady Hawk @ BradyHawk305 Kyle Lowry questionable for game 5 tomorrow Personally ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

James Harden Reminds Everyone What He Can Do

Harden’s stepback threes in Game 4 had a feeling of inevitability not felt since his time with the Rockets.

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Miami Herald

Philadelphia 76ers beat cold-shooting Heat to tie up playoff series

PHILADELPHIA — The Heat saw James Harden of old, not the old James Harden on Sunday night.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Dewayne Dedmon ruled out against 76ers

Miami: Dewayne Dedmon (head cold) has been downgraded to out. Source: Alberto De Roa @ HoopsHype What's the buzz on Twitter? Brady Hawk @ BradyHawk305 Dewayne Dedmon out tonight with illness So possibly Markieff Morris at the 5 with PJ Tucker Hard ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Heat’s Jimmy Butler and P.J. Tucker jokingly argued over sufficient birthday cake on flight to Philly

This is what a team in happy cruise control looks like.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Kyle Lowry remains out for Heat

Tim Bontemps: The Heat say Kyle Lowry will be out for Game 2 against the 76ers with his hamstring injury. Source: Twitter @TimBontemps What's the buzz on Twitter? Tim Reynolds @ ByTimReynolds Kyle Lowry is out for Game 2. But getting closer. - 1:16 ...

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Sports Illustrated

The Sixers’ Best Chance Going Forward Without Joel Embiid

Three thoughts on Miami’s Game 1 win over Philadelphia.

Miami Herald

Miami Heat comes alive in second half, blitzes 76ers to win opener of playoff series

This wasn’t the start-to-finish stressless joyride that might have seemed likely after the Heat sprinted to a 25-11 lead against Philadelphia at the outset of their second-round series on Monday night.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Kyle Lowry out tomorrow but there’s optimism he returns in second round

Anthony Chiang: Kyle Lowry is out tomorrow with his hamstring injury. Source: Twitter @Anthony_Chiang What's the buzz on Twitter? Kyle Neubeck @ KyleNeubeck No Lowry in Game 1. A potential Embiid return in Philly. The Sixers have even more urgency ...

Tribune News Service

Heat’s Jimmy Butler addresses knee pain, Joel Embiid absence and his recent fine

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler took to the practice court Saturday for the Miami Heat and then held court addressing the issues of the day, from his ailing right knee, to friend Joel Embiid being sidelined, to why his hips don’t lie.

Sports Illustrated

Jimmy Butler Says He Will Be Ready for Game 1 vs. 76ers

The forward missed the Heat’s series-clinching Game 5 win vs. the Hawks on Tuesday due to right knee inflammation.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Tyler Herro returns to practice, good to go for Game 1

Ira Winderman: Tyler Herro (illness) back at practice today. Source: Twitter @IraHeatBeat What's the buzz on Twitter? Shandel Richardson @ ShandelRich Kyle Lowry's status still unknown but Herro and Butler are set to return for Game 1 vs Sixers ...

Tribune News Service

Heat remain cautious with Jimmy Butler, Kyle Lowry injuries ahead of 76ers series

MIAMI — Even with their second-round playoff opponent determined, the build up to the Eastern conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers apparently will be a gradual process for the Miami Heat ahead of Monday’s 7:30 p.m. series opener at FTX Arena.

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