Heat Knock Off Pacers

     The Miami Heat began a short stay at home as they raced by the Indiana Pacers 116-111 on Wednesday night at Miami-Dade Arena. The Heat, who have won seven straight home games, will host the Houston Rockets on Friday. 

     Miami(30-25) broke out to a 39-30 advantage at the end of the first quarter. Indiana(25-31) took over in the second quarter and led 63-60 at halftime. The Heat roared back and were ahead 89-83 after three quarters. Miami never trailed after they got an 8-2 spurt to begin the final quarter. 

     Bam Adebayo had 38 points and nine rebounds in the victory for Miami. Jimmy Butler added 25 points and seven assists. Gabe Vincent pumped in 17 points and Tyler Herro dropped in 15 points. Buddy Hield led the Pacers with 29 points.