Tyler Herro's 32 Points Propel Heat to Victory Over Trail Blazers

Miami secures a 119-98 win in Portland as Herro's sharp shooting leads a third consecutive road triumph.

Tyler Herro scored 32 points, including seven 3-pointers, to lead the Miami Heat to a decisive 119-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Nikola Jovic contributed a season-high 21 points and eight rebounds off the bench, helping Miami extend its winning streak to three games.
Portland narrowed a 20-point halftime deficit to four in the third quarter, but Miami regained control behind Herro's clutch shooting and strong team defense.
Jimmy Butler missed his fifth game of a seven-game suspension for 'conduct detrimental to the team,' with the Heat declining to comment on the situation.
Portland played without key players Jerami Grant, Deandre Ayton, and Robert Williams III, while Miami capitalized on their absences with efficient shooting and a solid defensive effort.