Boston Celtics Commit Backcourt Violation, Turnover At Record Speed (4 Seconds)

Can't think of a worse way to start an NBA game, other than miraculously tipping the ball into your own basket.

The Boston Celtics got off on a low note in Thursday night's 'rivalry' game against the Miami Heat. Despite winning the tip, the Celtics committed a backcourt violation.

Just four seconds into the contest, the Celtics pulled off the fastest backcourt violation ever. Guard Derrick White caught the winning tip from big man Kristaps Porzingis. White collected the ball and passed it to teammate Jrue Holiday as he crossed the halfcourt line. Holiday's blunder surrendered the ball to Miami.

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Things looked alright for the Miami Heat, hosting the C's at home. Even with their miscue, the Celtics rebounded with authority, taking a 77-64 lead into halftime.

Boston blew out the Heat's hot start, winning 143-110.

Miami desperately needed the win against Boston, suffering a four-game slide coming into the game. The Heat had extra motivation to beat Boston after trading for Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier earlier this week. Rozier's sharp-shooting greatly improves the Heat's offense.

That wasn't the case on Thursday and will hope to break a five-game losing streak next time.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 25: Terry Rozier #2 of the Miami Heat drives against Jrue Holiday #4 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on January 25, 2024 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

MIAMI - Al Horford of the Boston Celtics steals the ball from Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat during the second quarter at Kaseya Center on Thursday. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)