Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 18 points as the Heat defeated the Pelicans 128-118.

October 9th - The Heat defeated the Pelicans 128-118 . Giannis Antetokounmpo had 18 points, 4 rebounds , and 4 assists, while Andrew Wiggins added 13 points and 2 rebounds. For the Pelicans, Poole had 14 points, 1 rebound , and 2 assists, and Pierre had 12 points and 1 rebound.

In the first quarter, the Heat went on an 8-1 run. The Pelicans then responded with a three-pointer from Fells, followed by free throws from Williamson to give the Pelicans the lead. Poole then hit two consecutive three-pointers. At the end of the first quarter, the Pelicans led 36-33 . In the second quarter, Antetokounmpo repeatedly attacked the basket, helping the Heat go on a 12-3 run and extend their lead to double digits. At halftime, the Heat led 73-64 .

After switching sides, the Pelicans relied on outside shooting to gradually narrow the gap. Bavkin and Matkovic hit consecutive three-pointers, helping their team tie the game. At the end of the third quarter, the Pelicans led 96-93 . In the final quarter, the Heat quickly tied the game again. Midway through the quarter, Donaldson hit consecutive three-pointers, and Richards also scored repeatedly in the paint. In the crucial moments, the Heat maintained their offensive rhythm, extending their lead to double digits. Ultimately, the Heat defeated the Pelicans 128-118 .

Pelicans player statistics

Poole 14 points, 1 rebound , 2 assists; Pierre 12 points, 1 rebound; Bay 12 points , 5 rebounds ; Fells 11 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists; Murphy III 11 points, 1 rebound , 2 assists; Missy 11 points , 9 rebounds; Bavkin 9 points, 1 rebound , 1 assist; Matkovic 9 points, 3 rebounds; Maserin 8 points, 4 rebounds , 1 assist; Williamson 8 points, 1 rebound , 1 assist

Heat player statistics

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 18 points, 4 rebounds , and 4 assists; Andrew Wiggins had 13 points and 2 rebounds; Donaldson had 12 points and 2 assists; Portis had 11 points , 6 rebounds , and 2 assists; Hardaway Jr. had 11 points, 3 rebounds , and 2 assists; Gardner had 11 points , 4 rebounds, and 4 assists; Adebayo had 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists; Mitchell had 9 points , 1 rebound, and 7 assists; Jovic had 8 points , 4 rebounds , and 2 assists .

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