Bam Adebayo scores 25 points, Heat hold off Clippers 120-119 following 3rd-quarter surge

Bam Adebayo Leads Heat to Narrow Win Over Clippers

Bam Adebayo scored 25 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the Miami Heat edged the Los Angeles Clippers 120-119 on Monday night. Norman Powell contributed 21 points in his return to Southern California.

Key Performers and Stats

Game Highlights

Miami snapped a two-game losing streak and earned their second road victory in five games, now holding a 1-2 record on their four-game trip. The Heat shot 54.2% overall and converted 12 of 25 three-pointers, while the Clippers made 50% from beyond the arc (17 of 41).

“Miami led 120-116 after two free throws from Adebayo with 56 seconds remaining. Adebayo missed a shot inside with 26 seconds left and Harden hit a 3-pointer with 20 seconds remaining to bring the Clippers within one point.”

Despite a furious rally in the third quarter, when the Clippers cut a 13-point deficit and tied the game at 105 with 9:55 left thanks to a Chris Paul three-pointer, Los Angeles was unable to complete the comeback. Leonard missed a 26-foot step-back three-pointer at the buzzer, sealing the Heat’s victory.

Turnovers and Defense

The Clippers committed 21 turnovers, which the Heat converted into 37 points, a key factor in Miami’s narrow win.

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Summary: Bam Adebayo’s strong performance and Miami’s efficient shooting helped the Heat overcome a late Clippers rally to secure a tight 120-119 win on the road.

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