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Celtics Triumph in Game 4 with Tatum's Historic Triple-Double

Boston Bounces Back, Dominates Heat in Pivotal Game

Jayson Tatum Headlines Historic Night for Celtics

Boston, MA – May 17, 2023 – The Boston Celtics delivered a resounding victory in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Tuesday night, defeating the Miami Heat 105-85 thanks to a remarkable performance from Jayson Tatum. The All-Star forward recorded his first career Playoff triple-double, leading the Celtics with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Game 4 marked a pivotal moment in the series, as the Celtics looked to tie the score at 2-2 after dropping the first two games at home. Tatum set the tone early, scoring 10 points in the first quarter and grabbing six rebounds. The Celtics held a slim five-point lead heading into halftime, but they stretched their advantage to 15 points by the end of the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, the Celtics continued to dominate, holding the Heat to just 17 points while extending their lead to a game-high 20 points. Tatum capped off his historic night with a thunderous dunk in the final minutes, sending the TD Garden crowd into a frenzy. Tatum's triple-double was a testament to his versatility and his ability to impact the game in multiple ways. He shot 9-of-19 from the field, 2-of-5 from three-point range, and 3-of-3 from the free-throw line. In addition to his scoring, rebounding, and assists, Tatum also had two steals and two blocks. The Celtics also received contributions from Jaylen Brown, who added 20 points, and Al Horford, who contributed 18 points and 9 rebounds. Jimmy Butler led the Heat with 24 points, but he struggled with his shot, making just 10 of 24 attempts from the field. With the win, the Celtics have tied the series and will host Game 5 in Boston on Thursday night. Game 6 is scheduled for Saturday night in Miami.