The Miami Heat (14-10) secured a 115-104 victory over the Charlotte Hornets (7-15) with Duncan Robinson leading the scoring charge with 23 points, supported by Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Kyle Lowry, who each contributed 17 points.
Lowry’s flawless shooting included a perfect 5-for-5 from the floor, 4-for-4 from beyond the arc, and 3-for-3 from the free-throw line.
Jimmy Butler recorded a double-double with 15 points and 10 assists, while Jamal Cain added 14 points, and Thomas Bryant finished with 11.
Despite missing key players like Bam Adebayo, Haywood Highsmith, Tyler Herro, and Josh Richardson, the Heat dominated the Hornets, particularly in bench scoring with a 45-13 advantage.
For the Hornets, Terry Rozier led the scoring with 28 points, accompanied by Gordon Hayward (20 points), Miles Bridges (19 points), and Brandon Miller (18 points).
The Hornets faced setbacks with PJ Washington leaving the game due to a left shoulder injury, and the continued absence of LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Mark Williams (back).
