Depleted Miami Heat Triumph Over Hawks, Extending Winning Streak to Four
Bam Adebayo and rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. step up in absence of key players, showcasing team's depth
- Despite missing key players Tyler Herro and Jimmy Butler, the Miami Heat managed to secure a 117-109 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, marking their fourth consecutive win.
- Bam Adebayo led the team with 26 points and 17 rebounds, while rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. contributed a career-high 20 points.
- Other players also stepped up, with Kyle Lowry scoring 17 points and Josh Richardson adding 16, showcasing the team's depth and ability to find scoring from different sources.
- The Heat's defense was also a key factor in the win, causing difficulties for the Hawks' shooting, particularly from the 3-point line.
- Despite the Hawks' Trae Young scoring 27 points and 11 assists, the Heat managed to maintain their lead throughout the game.