Celtics’ Dominant Effort Ends Heat’s Win Streak

Celtics’ Dominant Effort Ends Heat’s Win Streak
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball against Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) during the first half at FTX Arena in Miami, Fla., USA, Nov 4, 2021. Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports Via Field Level Media
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Jaylen Brown scored 17 points to lead six Boston scorers in double figures as the visiting Celtics routed the Miami Heat 95-78 on Thursday, using an impressive defensive effort to snap the Heat’s five-game winning streak.

Dennis Schroder scored 14 points, Aaron Nesmith had 13 and Romeo Langford chipped in 12 for Boston, which won its second straight following a three-game losing streak. Al Horford and Jayson Tatum had 10 points apiece for the Celtics, whose four wins have all come on the road.