WASHINGTON — Bam Adebayo delivered an outstanding performance with 28 points and 12 rebounds, while Tyler Herro contributed 27 points, leading the Miami Heat to a decisive 120-94 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night. This marks the fifth win in a row for the Heat, showcasing their remarkable resurgence.
The Heat (34-41) joined an exclusive group as the third team in NBA history to follow a losing streak of at least 10 games with a winning streak of at least five games. The other teams to achieve this feat were the 2021-22 Houston Rockets, who transitioned from 15 consecutive losses to seven victories, and the 2017-18 Chicago Bulls, who ended a 10-game losing stretch with a seven-game winning run.
Pelle Larsson and Terry Rozier both contributed 15 points to Miami’s impressive streak, with each of their last five victories secured by double-digit margins.
In a solid performance for the Wizards, Jordan Poole scored 35 points in just 29 minutes. His seven successful 3-pointers brought his season total to 228, surpassing the previous franchise record of 223 set by Bradley Beal during the 2016-17 season. Additionally, Tristan Vukcevic added 14 points, coming off the bench for Washington.
**Key Insights**
For Miami, injuries kept Andrew Wiggins and Duncan Robinson out of the game, while Kevin Love was absent due to personal reasons. Davion Mitchell was also a late withdrawal because of a stomach illness.
On the other side, the Wizards suffered their 49th loss this season by double digits and their 23rd defeat by 20 or more points. Throughout the season, they have only managed five wins by double figures, none exceeding an 18-point margin.
**Defining Moment**
A commanding 15-0 run by the Heat in the first quarter established their dominance early on, putting the game firmly in their hands.
**Critical Statistics**
Miami’s aggressive play led to 68 points scored in the paint and an impressive total of 62 rebounds.
**Upcoming Matches**
The Miami Heat will conclude their three-game road trip with a matchup against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards will continue their homestand, facing Sacramento on the same day.