The Miami Heat made NBA history Friday night, becoming the first 10th-seeded team to reach the playoffs via the play-in tournament after a dramatic 123-11 overtime win against the Atlanta Hawks. But beyond the final score, the player stats reveal a fierce battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Tyler Herro was the star for Miami, pouring in points on 10-of-2 shooting, including five three-pointers. He also contributed seven rebounds and seven assists, making him the heartbeat of the Heat’s offense. Bam Adebayo added a double-double with points and rebounds, while Haywood Highsmith chipped in points and boards, providing crucial support on both ends of the floor.
For the Hawks, Trae Young led the charge with points and assists, keeping Atlanta in contention until the very end. Onyeka Okongwu was a force inside, tallying points and rebounds. Caris LeVert (1 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists) and Dyson Daniels (1 points, 1 rebounds) also made significant contributions, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Miami’s late surge.
The Heat’s victory sets up a first-round clash with the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers, while the Hawks’ season ends in heartbreak. For a full breakdown of every key stat and moment, check out the detailed box scores and play-by-play recaps.
