Tyler Herro played a pivotal role in the Miami Heat’s comeback win against the Houston Rockets, rallying from a 12-point deficit to secure a 104-100 victory in Texas.
Herro, 24, delivered a game-high 27 points and nine assists, but his performance ended controversially. With just 47.4 seconds remaining, he was one of four players ejected following a heated altercation involving Amen Thompson, Terry Rozier, and Jalen Green.
Despite the late drama, Miami’s victory solidifies their position at sixth in the Eastern Conference, while the Rockets remain third in the Western Conference but have now suffered back-to-back losses.
Elsewhere in the NBA
Thunder Dominate Grizzlies
Oklahoma City Thunder continued their impressive form, solidifying their top spot in the Western Conference with a commanding 130-106 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with a game-high 35 points, extending Oklahoma’s winning streak to 11 games.
Timberwolves Edge Spurs in Tight Battle
The Minnesota Timberwolves earned their third straight win, holding off a late fightback to beat the San Antonio Spurs 112-110.
- Victor Wembanyama shone for the Spurs with 34 points, while Donte DiVincenzo contributed a season-high 26 points for the Timberwolves.
Pacers Take Revenge on Celtics
The Indiana Pacers avenged their previous loss to the Boston Celtics with a 123-114 victory.
- Tyrese Haliburton led the way with 31 points, reversing the outcome of Sunday’s 142-105 Celtics rout.
Magic’s Comeback Stuns Nets
A late surge saw the Orlando Magic overturn a 17-point deficit in the fourth quarter to edge the Brooklyn Nets 102-101.
- Cole Anthony sealed the dramatic win with a clutch lay-up with 1.3 seconds remaining.
Hawks Extend Raptors’ Misery
The Atlanta Hawks handed the Toronto Raptors their 10th consecutive loss, cruising to a 136-107 victory.
- Trae Young excelled with 34 points and 10 assists, cementing Atlanta’s dominant performance.
Key Performances of the Night
- Tyler Herro (Heat): 27 points, 9 assists
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder): 35 points
- Victor Wembanyama (Spurs): 34 points
- Trae Young (Hawks): 34 points, 10 assists
- Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers): 31 points
Takeaways:
- Miami Heat: A vital win despite late-game chaos.
- Houston Rockets: Struggling to maintain momentum in the Western Conference.
- NBA Highlights: Stellar performances and thrilling comebacks showcased the league’s unpredictability.
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