TORONTO — In an exciting game on Friday night, Tyler Herro played a crucial role in leading the Miami Heat to a 120-111 victory over the Toronto Raptors, contributing 28 points, with 10 of those scored during the fourth quarter and overtime. Andrew Wiggins also made a significant impact, adding 25 points to help the Heat end their four-game losing streak.
Bam Adebayo was instrumental for Miami as well, registering a double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds, while guard Davion Mitchell scored 16 points against his former team, which traded him earlier this month. Duncan Robinson rounded out the scoring for Miami with 14 points, marking their first win since February 5 against Philadelphia.
This matchup was particularly notable as it was the final meeting of the season between the Heat and the Raptors, with Miami becoming the first visiting team to emerge victorious. Toronto’s RJ Barrett led his team with 29 points, and Immanuel Quickley followed with 23 points, while Scottie Barnes added another 13. Gradey Dick made a career-high contribution with 10 rebounds, though the Raptors have now faltered, losing six of their last seven games.
In a tense finish, both Adebayo and Barnes were unable to capitalize on their driving attempts in the final moments of regulation, while Wiggins attempted a rebound on Adebayo’s missed shot, only for Barrett to block it, forcing the game into overtime.
During the extra period, Adebayo scored six points, marking Miami’s successful overtime win on the road—something they had struggled with previously this season. However, the game started on a concerning note for the Raptors, as Barnes twisted his right ankle and was assisted off the court, only to be cheered by fans when he returned midway through the second quarter.
A crucial moment came when the Raptors had erased a 14-point deficit and took the lead in the closing moments of regulation. However, Wiggins managed to tie the game at 107 by sinking three free throws after Barrett committed a critical foul.
On the coaching front, Miami’s Erik Spoelstra reached a milestone by earning his 886th victory, placing him third in NBA history for the most wins with a single franchise, surpassing the legendary Red Auerbach. Currently, Gregg Popovich sits atop with 1,582 victories, while Jerry Sloan holds a total of 1,223.
Looking ahead, both teams are set to compete again on Sunday, with the Heat visiting Milwaukee and the Raptors facing off against the Phoenix Suns at home.
