Rookie Kel’el Ware Leads Miami Heat to Victory Over San Antonio Spurs
Ware's standout performance highlights a revitalized Heat lineup in a 128-107 win, snapping a three-game losing streak.
- Kel’el Ware, a 7-foot rookie, tied his career high with 25 points, adding eight rebounds and two blocks in 34 minutes against the Spurs.
- The Heat's adjusted lineup, featuring Ware alongside Bam Adebayo, brought renewed energy and defensive versatility to the team.
- Tyler Herro scored 16 of his 18 points in the second half, while Duncan Robinson contributed 21 points, including five 3-pointers.
- Jimmy Butler, in his second game back from a seven-game suspension, recorded eight points and seven assists as questions about his future with the team persist.
- The Spurs, playing without head coach Gregg Popovich due to health issues, suffered their third consecutive loss despite Victor Wembanyama's 21-point effort.