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Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Game Recap and Player Stats
The Miami Heat faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers on March 5 in what turned out to be a thrilling NBA matchup. Both teams entered the game on a high, with the Heat coming off a 106-90 win against the Washington Wizards and the Cavaliers securing a 139-117 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The game, held at Rocket Arena, saw the Cavs clinch a hard-fought 112-107 win, led by Donovan Mitchell’s 26 points.
Key Game Highlights
- First Quarter: The Cavaliers started strong, taking a 36-32 lead despite Bam Adebayo’s early contributions for the Heat.
- Second Quarter: Miami narrowed a 17-point deficit to just four points, but Cleveland maintained a 63-59 halftime lead. Adebayo and Terry Rozier combined for 26 points, while Mitchell and Evan Mobley led the Cavs.
- Third Quarter: Both teams locked in defensively, ending the quarter tied at 23 points. Cleveland kept their four-point lead heading into the final period.
- Fourth Quarter: Miami surged ahead with an 11-3 run to take a 93-89 lead. However, the Cavaliers responded with a 17-7 run in the final minutes, sealing the win after Bam Adebayo’s critical mistake and Darius Garland’s clutch free throws.
Player Performances
Miami Heat:
- Bam Adebayo: 34 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists
- Duncan Robinson: 14 points, 3 rebounds
- Haywood Highsmith: 13 points, 1 rebound
Cleveland Cavaliers:
- Donovan Mitchell: 26 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 steals
- Evan Mobley: 16 points, 13 rebounds
- Darius Garland: 15 points, 10 assists
Box Score
Miami Heat:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bam Adebayo | 34 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Kevin Love | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Davion Mitchell | 9 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Duncan Robinson | 14 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Haywood Highsmith | 13 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Cleveland Cavaliers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 26 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Evan Mobley | 16 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Darius Garland | 15 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| De’Andre Hunter | 16 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Max Strus | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Conclusion
The Cavaliers’ resilience in the final minutes proved decisive, as they held off a determined Heat squad. With this win, Cleveland strengthened their playoff position, while Miami will look to bounce back in their next outing.
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