Derrick White scores career-high 38, Porzingis hurt in Celtics Game 4 win in Miami | ABC6

Boston Celtics lead Miami Heat 3-1 in NBA playoffs with Derrick White scoring 38 points. Celtics aim to advance in Game 5.

The Miami Heat faced a tough loss against the Boston Celtics, who now have full control of the Eastern Conference series with a 3-1 lead. Derrick White's career-high 38 points led the Celtics to a 102-88 victory in Miami. Despite the win, the Celtics suffered a setback with Kristaps Porzingis leaving the game due to a calf injury. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown also contributed to the victory, while Bam Adebayo put up a strong performance for the Heat.

The Celtics have a chance to advance to the second round in Game 5, but concerns arise over Porzingis' injury. The game was not without drama, as a flagrant foul was called on Adebayo for a play involving Tatum. The history is in favor of the Celtics, who have won all 28 previous series when leading 3-1. Miami struggled to keep up with the Celtics' offense, scoring a season-low 59 points through three quarters.

Looking ahead, the Celtics will aim to close out the series in Game 5, while the Heat hope to bounce back and extend their playoff run. The matchup between the two teams has been intense, with both sides giving their all on the court. As the series progresses, the stakes get higher, and each game becomes more crucial for both teams. The outcome of Game 5 will determine the fate of these two Eastern Conference contenders.

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