Miami pulled away for a 143-117 win over Atlanta, outscoring the Hawks by 26 and putting together one of its most efficient offensive nights. The Heat shot 43-of-66 from the field (65.0%) and consistently generated quality looks through ball movement, finishing with 34 assists. Atlanta kept pace in stretches behind perimeter shooting, but Miami’s efficiency inside the arc and ability to string together stops helped create separation.
The Heat’s scoring balance stood out as the game progressed. Jaime Jaquez Jr. led Miami with 26 points, while Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell each added 25. Miami repeatedly punished defensive breakdowns, and its assist total reflected a steady diet of drive-and-kick action and quick decisions that produced open shots and high-percentage finishes.
For Atlanta, Buddy Hield paced the offense with 31 points, and Corey Kispert added 21. The Hawks hit 17 three-pointers on 44 attempts, but the volume from deep wasn’t enough to offset Miami’s overall shot-making and execution. Atlanta finished with 31 assists and narrowly won the rebounding battle (46-45), yet Miami’s superior field-goal efficiency proved decisive.
Going forward, Miami can point to this performance as a blueprint: elite shooting efficiency paired with unselfish play and multiple scoring options. Atlanta showed it can generate offense and space the floor, but the defensive consistency and ability to limit high-efficiency looks will be key areas to address after allowing 143 points.