Game Recap
The Charlotte Hornets secured a 115-110 regular season victory over the Miami Heat after fending off a late surge. The game began with an even first quarter, as both teams traded baskets to end tied at 31. Charlotte then established a foothold in the second period, outscoring Miami 35-27 to take an eight-point lead into halftime, fueled by consistent offensive execution.
The Hornets expanded their advantage dramatically in the third quarter, delivering a dominant 30-17 performance. Brandon Miller led Charlotte's attack throughout the contest, finishing with 34 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, including three successful shots from beyond the arc. Dennis Schroder provided 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, also hitting three 3-pointers, while Naz Reid contributed 23 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on five of his attempts from deep to solidify the Hornets' commanding lead heading into the final frame.
Miami mounted a significant comeback attempt in the fourth quarter, outscoring Charlotte 35-19. Davion Mitchell was instrumental in the Heat's late push, tallying 22 points and 10 assists, alongside three 3-pointers. Bam Adebayo also chipped in with 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists for the Heat. Despite Miami's resilient effort, the Hornets' earlier lead proved insurmountable. SportsFBI's pregame model had indicated a 55% probability for a Miami victory, a lean that ultimately did not materialize.
How the Prediction Fared
SportsFBI's model, locked before tip-off, favored the Miami Heat (55% confidence). It gave a 11% chance of a 20+ point margin; the game was decided by 5 points.
Standouts
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Linescore
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIA | 31 | 27 | 17 | 35 | 110 | |
| CHA | 31 | 35 | 30 | 19 | 115 |
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