Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Washington WizardsWizards
97
away
Miami HeatHeat
119
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 22 | 21 | 27 | 27 | 97 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 30 | 31 | 29 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Heat ran roughshod over the Wizards 119-97. Heat torched the Wizards on the offensive end. Heat's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; fresh off a statement win, the Heat stayed locked in. The Heat locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.