Heat Secure Overtime Victory Over Raptors, Snap Losing Streak
Tyler Herro's 28 points and Andrew Wiggins' strong performance lead Miami to a much-needed win as they prepare to face the Bucks.
- The Miami Heat defeated the Toronto Raptors 120-111 in overtime, ending a four-game losing streak and improving their record to 26-28.
- Tyler Herro led all scorers with 28 points and seven assists, while Andrew Wiggins contributed 25 points and eight rebounds in his third game with Miami since being traded.
- Bam Adebayo recorded a double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds, becoming the Heat's all-time leader in career double-doubles with 221, tying Rony Seikaly.
- The Raptors, playing without key center Jakob Poeltl due to a hip injury, struggled defensively in the first quarter and allowed Miami to dominate in the paint with 54 points.
- Miami's next challenge is against the Milwaukee Bucks, who are on a three-game winning streak and led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, despite his current minutes restriction.