Friday, March 21, 2025

Rockets Burn Heat

      The Houston Rockets halted the Miami Heat 102-98 at Kaseya Center on Friday night. The Heat are currently on a 10-game losing streak. 
     The Rockets had lost nine straight contests to Miami entering tonight. Houston last defeated the Heat on November 27, 2019. 
     Miami(29-41) had a 27-23 advantage after one quarter. The Heat extended their lead to 59-51 by halftime. 
     Houston(46-25) cut the deficit during the third quarter and were down 80-78. The Rockets outscored the Heat 24-18 in the final quarter to edge them.
     Andrew Wiggins led Miami with 30 points while Bam Adebayo had 16 points. Kel'el Ware was able to contribute a double-double with 16 points and 14 rebounds. 
     Fred VanVleet poured in a game-high 37 points for Houston. Amen Thompson chalked up 18 points along with nine rebounds and seven steals. 

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