Miami jumped out to a quick 12-2 lead, but the Celtics have climbed back into this game on the back of forward Ryan Gomes.
Gomes has been hitting from everywhere this quarter. He’s got 11 points on 4-of-5 shooting.
Shaquille O’Neal had his way with the Celtics in the first quarter. The Miami center has nine points on 4-of-5 shooting.
Paul Pierce and Delonte West are sitting at the end of the Celtics bench in street clothes tonight.
It’s almost inconceivable for a 23-win team, but the building looks to be sold out again tonight. Gary Payton, take note.
Antoine Walker received a partial standing ovation when he checked in at the 2:55 mark in the first quarter. Payton’s entrance, on the other hand, was met with a mix of cheers and boos.
First Kevin Pinkney sighting of the day came with 39 seconds left in the quarter.
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