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Miami Heat Look to Nikola Jovic's Return to Spark Playoff Turnaround

After late-game struggles in Game 2, Jovic and the Heat face a must-win Game 3 to stay alive in the series against Cleveland.

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Heat forward Nikola Jovic passes around Cleveland's Sam Merrill during the fourth quarter of Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs at Rocket Arena on April 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Nikola Jovic returned from a broken hand in Game 2, contributing 11 points and 8 rebounds but struggling with late-game mistakes.
  • The Heat trail the Cavaliers 0-2 in the best-of-seven series, with Game 3 set for April 26 at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
  • Coach Erik Spoelstra highlighted Jovic's offensive versatility, while Jovic acknowledged his errors and vowed to improve under playoff pressure.
  • Teammates and opponents alike praised Jovic's size, skill, and potential impact as Miami looks to capitalize on home-court advantage.
  • Spoelstra’s lineup adjustments, including Jovic's reintegration and Davion Mitchell’s defensive presence, aim to counter Cleveland’s offensive threats.