The Boston Celtics held on late in Game 7 to defeat the Miami Heat 100-96 to advance to their first Finals since 2010. The Celtics will play the Golden State Warriors with the series beginning on Thursday.

Jayson Tatum was named Eastern Conference Finals.

Jimmy Butler continued his outstanding playoffs with 35 points and nine rebounds. Butler had a chance to take the lead for the Heat to top off a furious comeback, but his transition three-point attempt was well off.