LOS ANGELES – The Miami Heat secured a solid 110-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, propelled by Tyler Herro’s 21 points and Duncan Robinson’s crucial fourth-quarter contributions, where he scored 11 of his 13 points.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 16 points, while Nikola Jovic and Bam Adebayo each contributed 15 points in a balanced offensive effort. All eight Miami players who saw action scored in double figures, highlighting the team’s depth. Kevin Love made a significant impact with a season-high 14 rebounds and 10 points.
The Heat managed this victory despite missing Jimmy Butler due to foot irritation, showcasing their resilience and ability to adjust.
For the Lakers, Anthony Davis stood out with 29 points and 18 rebounds, and Austin Reaves added 24 points. However, the team struggled with efficiency, especially from beyond the arc, shooting just 4 of 30 on 3-pointers.
Miami’s shooting improved dramatically in the fourth quarter, hitting 14 of 24 from the field, including 6 of 11 on 3-pointers. This contrasted with their 39.1% field goal percentage in the first three quarters.
The Lakers’ performance was marred by turnovers, with 15 of their 22 turnovers occurring in the first half, contributing to their ninth loss in the last 12 games. LeBron James, usually a key player for the Lakers, was limited to 12 points on 6 of 18 shooting.
Love’s layup in the first half was a highlight for Miami, helping them to a 43-31 lead. Despite the Lakers narrowing the gap in the second half, Miami responded decisively with a 10-2 run featuring 3-pointers from Robinson and Jaquez.
The Heat then secured their victory with a 15-6 run in the fourth quarter, demonstrating their ability to close out games effectively.
Looking ahead, the Heat conclude their five-game trip against Phoenix, while the Lakers face off against Memphis, both games scheduled for Friday night. Miami’s win, especially without Butler, underscores their depth and collective effort, while the Lakers will look to address their shooting struggles and turnovers in their upcoming games.
