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Davion Mitchell's Late 3-Pointer Secures Heat's Win Over Pacers

Tyler Herro leads Miami with 29 points as the Heat overcome injuries and a fourth-quarter rally by Indiana.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) aims to score as Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Overview

  • Davion Mitchell hit a decisive 3-pointer with 43.8 seconds remaining to break a tie, sealing the Miami Heat's 125-120 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
  • Tyler Herro led the Heat with 29 points and seven assists, including the critical pass to Mitchell for the game-winning shot.
  • Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 36 points for the Pacers, including a career-best eight 3-pointers, but Indiana's late turnovers proved costly.
  • Injuries impacted both teams: Miami's Andrew Wiggins missed the game with an ankle sprain, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. exited in the third quarter with the same injury.
  • The Heat shot an impressive 57% from the field, overcoming Indiana's early hot shooting and a late 18-4 Pacers run to tie the season series at 2-2.