Five takeaways from the Miami Heat’s 98-96 loss to the Boston Celtics (34-18) on Friday night at TD Garden to open a two-game trip. The Heat (27-26) ends the trip against the Washington Wizards on Sunday afternoon at Capital One Arena.

The Celtics made a rotation change after their latest trade. The results over three games showed exactly why the move is working perfectly.

The Boston Celtics, aiming for a four-game win streak, are heavily favored against the Miami Heat in their upcoming matchup. Boston has dominated their previous encounters this season. Despite key injuries for both teams,

On Friday, Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics to a 98-96 victory over the Miami Heat at TD Garden after starting the game with a struggle.

The Celtics' new center posted 11 points and 12 rebounds in his debut against Miami. Here's what Nikola Vucevic said after joining Boston.

"I think it was at a time where the whole NBA just started really going towards the 3," said Vooch.

The Celtics pulled off one of the biggest trades at the NBA trade deadline, and Nikola Vucevic will fit right into the city.

The Celtics added a new face to the organization after completing four total trades this week ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. The Celtics acquired two-way guard John Tonje from the Jazz as part of the Chris Boucher trade. The C’s also sent cash considerations and a future second-round pick to Utah as part of the deal.