Marcus Smart reportedly called out teammates after the Celtics lost Game 2, again blowing a double-digit lead in the second half to go down 2-0.
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Heat rally again, put Celtics in 2-0 hole
Miami overcomes an early 17-point deficit, then closes with a 17-7 to earn a 106-101 victory in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Celtics notebook: Tatum joins select group with All-NBA third-team selection
Jayson Tatum is an All-NBA third-team pick, and since 1973 the only other Celtics player to receive the honor in his first three years as a pro is Larry Bird.
Celtics say they’re learning lessons, but it didn’t show in Game 1 loss to Miami
Moments of stagnation and an inability to finish off a game were on display in a 117-114 overtime loss.
Celtics defense will be key against Heat
Boston has been the best defensive team in the playoffs and that must continue in the Eastern Conference finals.
Celtics notebook: Smart’s block continues to inspire
Marcus Smart played a crucial role for the Celtics against the Raptors, including a season-saving block.
Celtics, Raptors ready to put focus on Game 7
After Toronto stayed alive with a thrilling double-overtime win in Game 6, the teams meet Friday for a spot in the conference finals.
Raptors top Celtics in double-OT to force winner-take-all series finale
Toronto rallies again, and again, and again, and gets past the Celtics in an epic double-overtime victory in Game 6.
In the bubble, young Celtics proving they are contenders
Boston doesn’t have championship experience, but has shown in these playoffs they have the tools to win it all.
Celtics regain control with 111-89 win
Defense sets the tone as Boston’s takes a 3-2 lead over Toronto in the Eastern Conference semifinals.