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SportsLine's model reveals its Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics picks for their Friday matchup
As the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline approaches on February 5, the Boston Celtics have turned into a potential buyer.Despite starting off the season expecting to have a down year due to the absence of Jayson Tatum and the offseason trades of Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday,
Vučević stands as Boston’s premier trade deadline acquisition, brought in to address the team’s need for frontcourt depth. Since the 35-year-old wasn’t mentioned in the Celtics’ latest injury report, he’ll likely debut in Friday night’s game against the Heat at TD Garden.
NBA Power Rankings Week 16 sees Knicks and Celtics surge up the table as Western Conference heavyweights stumble post-trade deadline.