The Miami Heat showcased their resilience with an impressive 112-86 victory over the Golden State Warriors, marking a significant performance amidst a tough season. Despite having lost 10 of their last 11 games, the Heat notched a season-high 17 three-pointers while executing a strategy that left the Warriors' starting lineup struggling. Golden State, already hampered by the absence of Steph Curry, managed only 22 points in the first quarter, which set the tone for a lackluster offensive outing.

Bam Adebayo was the star for Miami, dropping 27 points and grabbing eight rebounds, while Jimmy Butler, in his return to Miami, contributed 11 points without dominating the game. The Warriors were led by Brandin Podziemski, who scored 14 points, but overall, their starting five was outscored by the Heat's starters 88-35, a staggering difference that highlights the challenges they faced without their star player.