Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Miami HeatHeat
107
away
Washington WizardsWizards
127
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 21 | 35 | 21 | 30 | 107 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 34 | 33 | 37 | 23 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Wizards ran roughshod over the Heat 127-107. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Wizards' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.