Miami Wins the Series 4-0
The series between the reigning champions and the seventh-seed Bobcats, was nothing more than a quick four-game sweep to prepare Lebron James and the Heat for the semifinals.
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Game 1(American Airlines Arena) :Miami would start off a little stagnate, trailing after the first quarter. But as we know, that was not going to last. Lebron James led his team with 27 points and Dwyane Wade added 23. The Heat would go on a 18-4 run during the fourth quarter, to shut down Kemba Walker and the Bobcats. Walker finished with 20 points, Gary Neal 17 and Josh McRoberts scored 15. Charlotte's forward, Al Jefferson injured himself after landing awkwardly on his foot. He managed to play through the pain, but it wouldn't be enough.
Final: 99-89 Miami
Game 2(American Airlines Arena): Charlotte had their eyes set on tying the series and attempting to steal game 2 in Miami. But with the injury to Al Jefferson continuing to worsen, the Bobcats had to face a challenge. How to stop the Miami Heat and the "Big 3". Lebron James scored 32 points and Chris Bosh ended the night with 20, as the Heat took a 2-0 series lead. Miami was up 99-97 with Charlotte slowly creeping into the lead. Dwyane Wade went for the steal with only seconds left in the game. The quick steal led to a quick 2 points to secure Miami's lead. The Bobcats didn't give up without a fight. The Bobcats went on a 10-0 run late in the fourth quarter, reducing the deficit to only 4. After successfully scoring during the following possessions, Charlotte wouldn't have a chance to take the lead. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist led his team with 22 points, and amazingly Al Jefferson scored 18 points plus 13 rebounds. The series will head north to Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte for game 3.
Final: 101-97 Miami
Game 3 (Time Warner Cable Arena): Shifting gears to Charlotte, Game 3 was a must win, as the bobcats approached elimination. With Michael Jordan sitting along side his team, he watched as the Heat would take a 3-0 series lead. Lebron James scored 30 points which included a monster-like dunk and 10 rebounds. Dwyane Wade finished with 17 points. Miami trailed for most of the first half but took over after half-time. The injured Al Jefferson attempted to lift his team with 20 points, while Chris Douglas-Roberts added 17. Point guard Kemba Walker, couldn't free himself from the suffocating defense from Miami, who forces 14 turnovers. The Bobcats have struggled against the Heat their last 18 meetings. Its safe to say that its going to take a little more than a miracle to avoid elimination.
Final: 98-85 Miami
Game 4 (Time Warner Cable Arena): The Bobcats were trying to accomplish not one, but two goals; their first post-season win in franchise history and avoiding elimination. For the third straight game, Lebron James would score 30+ points and eliminate the Charlotte Bobcats. Chris Bosh had 17 points and Dwyane Wade added 15. Once again, Miami was down at the break giving the Bobcats a slight glimpse of hope. That glimpse of hope would be shattered as Miami outscored Charlotte during the second half. Kemba Walker had a great night offensively with 29 points as he attempted to lift his team. Gary Neal added 16 and Chris Douglas-Roberts finished with 14. Turnovers, was the dagger in this series for Charlotte. Miami took advantage of the numerous turnovers which lead to 22 points for the Heat. Sweep completed.
Final: 109-98 Miami
Update: Miami will face the Brooklyn Nets, after the Nets beat the Raptors yesterday.
-@SarahTresChic15
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