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Cleveland Cavaliers Dominate Miami Heat in Historic Game 3 Blowout

The Cavaliers' 124-87 victory gives them a commanding 3-0 series lead, leaving the Heat one loss away from elimination.

Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat reacts during the third quarter of game two of the first round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on April 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Heat 121-112.
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Overview

  • The Miami Heat suffered their worst playoff loss in franchise history, falling 124-87 at home in Game 3 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • Cleveland now leads the first-round series 3-0 and is one win away from completing a sweep in Miami on Monday night.
  • No NBA team has ever successfully overcome a 3-0 playoff series deficit, placing immense pressure on the Heat to avoid elimination.
  • Heat captain Bam Adebayo described the loss as 'embarrassing,' while guard Tyler Herro guaranteed the team would not lose the series 4-0.
  • Miami's season has been marked by struggles, including roster changes, a late-season losing streak, and their climb from the No. 10 seed to the playoffs via two play-in victories.