nba Game Recap
Recap - Heat Defeat Houston 111-108
The Rockets were burned for 41 points by Tyler Herro on Thursday as the Heat picked up a 111-108 win at Toyota Center.
Even though Miami won, nobody won at the betting window as the game was a push (based on the closing point spread of -3.0). Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 216.5.
Jimmy Butler had 20 points for Miami and Caleb Martin chipped in with 13 points. Jimmy Butler had 7 assists for the Heat, while Jimmy Butler was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Rockets got a 22-point performance from Jalen Green, who was supported by 21 points from Kevin Porter Jr.. Kevin Porter Jr. had 5 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Jabari Smith Jr. grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Miami were victorious, as the score was 66-52 at the break.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 51-40.
Miami looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Spurs. The Rockets will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Portland.