On December 19, 2025, the Boston Celtics (15-11) will play the Miami Heat (15-12). FDSSUN and NBCS-BOS will broadcast the game. When the Celtics play the Heat on Friday, Boston is a commanding 6.5-point favorite over Miami. The over/under for the game is 233.5.In seven of their 26 games this season, the Celtics and their opponent have scored more than the current matchup’s total of 233.5 points. In contrast, the Heat have scored more than 233.5 points in 16 of their 27 games this season. It will therefore be extremely close.
Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat – When and where to watch the game
The match is scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. It will take off from TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. FDSSUN and NBCS-BOS will telecast the entire match for the fans. Additionally, live scores will be available on FOX Sports. Furthermore, Fubo and Prime Videos will stream the entire match online.
Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat – Expected Starting Lineups
Boston Celtics
PG Payton PritchardSG Derrick WhiteSF Jaylen BrownPF Jordan WalshC Neemias Queta
Miami Heat
PG Davion MitchellSG Norman PowellSF Jaime Jaquez Jr.PF Andrew WigginsC Bam Adebayo
Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat – Injury Report
Boston Celtics
- Sam Hauser (ankle)- Day-To-Day
- Josh Minott (back)- Day-To-Day
- Norvel Pelle (personal)- Day-To-Day
- Ron Harper Jr. (knee)- Day-To-Day
- Jayson Tatum (Achilles)- Injured Reserve
Miami Heat
- Pelle Larsson (ankle)- Out
- Tyler Herro (toe)- Out- Out
- Nikola Jovic (elbow)
- Terry Rozier (not injury related)- Out
Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat – Game Prediction
Due to the NBA Cup schedule, the Celtics have cooled throughout this protracted period without many games. They were defeated by the Bucks on the road and the Pistons at home in the two games that were added to their schedule. However, they are still in fourth position in a crowded East with a record of 15-11.On Thursday, the Heat will play the Nets in Brooklyn in the second game of a back-to-back. Miami boasts a top-10 net rating in the league and a 14-12 record. Given that it can have an impact on the standings in April, it will be a crucial game for both sides.Also read: Detroit Pistons vs Boston Celtics (12-15-2025) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more
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