Heat Set Franchise Records in Blowout Win Over Lakers
Heat Dominate Lakers, Set Franchise Records
The Miami Heat set a franchise record for assists with 42, tying another mark with 24 3-pointers, in a blowout 134-93 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.
Herro’s Record-Breaking Third Quarter
Tyler Herro scored 21 of his 31 points in the third quarter, tying the Heat’s record for most 3-pointers made in a quarter with seven. Duncan Robinson had previously held the record with seven 3-pointers in a second quarter against Cleveland on November 20, 2019. Herro’s performance propelled the Heat to a 43-point lead, their biggest of the season.
Strong Team Effort
Jimmy Butler scored 17 points, and Bam Adebayo added 14 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. LeBron James led the Lakers with 29 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Heat’s dominant performance.
Lakers Struggle
The Lakers have lost six of their last eight games, including two by a combined 70 points. Rui Hachimura scored 14 points for the Lakers, but their offense struggled to keep up with the Heat’s high-powered attack.
Takeaways
- The Lakers’ LeBron James made 12 of 18 shots, snapping a six-game streak of shooting less than 50%.
- The Heat’s 134 points are the most they’ve scored in a single game this season.
- The 41-point margin of victory is the third-biggest in Heat history.
Key Moment
LeBron James’ 3-pointer with 8:55 left in the third quarter was the 2,451st of his career, breaking a tie with Kyle Korver for No. 7 all-time.
Up Next
The Lakers will close their four-game trip in Atlanta on Friday, while the Heat will host Phoenix on Saturday, the second game of a four-game homestand.
Conclusion
The Heat’s record-breaking performance was a testament to their balanced attack and strong team defense. The Lakers, on the other hand, struggled to keep up with the Heat’s pace, resulting in a blowout loss. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their strengths and weaknesses to make a push for the playoffs.
FAQs
Q: What was the final score in the game?
A: The Miami Heat defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 134-93.
Q: How many assists did the Heat record in the game?
A: The Heat set a franchise record with 42 assists.
Q: Who led the Heat in scoring?
A: Tyler Herro scored 31 points, with 21 of them coming in the third quarter.
Q: Who led the Lakers in scoring?
A: LeBron James scored 29 points for the Lakers.
