The Miami Heat has clinched the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs following a 123-114 victory against the Atlanta Hawks. The win sets them up for a first-round series against the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite being labeled as heavy underdogs, the Heat enters the playoffs with positive momentum, winning eight of their final twelve games. Historically, only six No. 8 seeds have progressed past No. 1 seeds in the NBA playoffs since 1984, a feat the Heat achieved last season. Upcoming games in the best-of-seven series have been scheduled, with tickets already available for purchase.
The Miami Heat clinched the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs after a 123-114 victory against the Atlanta Hawks, setting up a first-round clash with the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers.
Despite being heavy underdogs against the Cavaliers, the Heat enters the playoffs with momentum from winning eight of their final twelve games, including two key road victories.
Since the NBA playoff format changed in 1984, only six No. 8 seeds have defeated a No. 1 seed in the first round, with the Heat achieving this feat last season.
Following a series loss to the Cavaliers in the regular season, the Heat looks to overturn history as they prepare for their playoff matchup this Sunday.
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