Jimmy Butler returned to the Heat lineup following a seven-game suspension by the team. Tyler Herro missed his first game this season with the club due to right groin tightness.
Miami(21-21) led 38-34 at the conclusion of the first quarter. Portland(15-28) held their opponent to 17 points and were up 61-55 at halftime.
The Trail Blazers broke out to a 99-77 lead by the end of three quarters with a 36-22 spurt. The Heat were too far back to overcome Portland.
Kel'el Ware finished with a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds. Duncan Robinson was able to contribute 22 points. Butler ended up with 13 points while Nikola Jovic dropped in 12 points. Bam Adebayo compiled a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Anfernee Simons helped the Trail Blazers with 24 points. Deandre Ayton had 22 points and 15 rebounds for a double-double.
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