Miami Heat Dominates Brooklyn Nets in 124-98 Victory
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Kaseya Center
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Quick answers
Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Miami Heat?
Miami Heat beat Brooklyn Nets 124-98 at Kaseya Center on March 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs Miami Heat?
Miami Heat were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -675 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
The Miami Heat showcased their strength with a decisive 124-98 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at the Kaseya Center. This win extends Miami's lead in their season series against Brooklyn to 3-0, having previously won their two earlier matchups this season. The Heat's performance was bolstered by their home record of 33-29, while the Nets struggled significantly with an away record of 15-46.
In terms of recent form, the Heat have been inconsistent but showed signs of resurgence with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 119.0 points scored and allowed 112.6 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them winning three, averaging 122.6 points scored and allowing 114.8 points. Conversely, the Nets have been on a troubling downward spiral, losing eight straight games and posting a record of 2-8 in their last ten. They averaged just 107.1 points scored while allowing 117.8 points during this period, with their last five games being particularly grim, where they averaged 108.2 points scored and 123.6 points allowed.
Home and away performances have been starkly different for these teams. The Heat have a balanced home record of 2-2 in their last four home games, while the Nets have struggled mightily on the road, failing to secure a win in their last four away games. Historically, Miami has dominated this matchup, winning three of the last four encounters, including a previous meeting this season where they triumphed 106-95.
Injury concerns loom over the Heat, with several key players listed as day-to-day, including Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Bam Adebayo (back), Trevor Keels (knee), Ryan Conwell (hip), and Myron Gardner (ankle). The Nets also have a player, Nolan Traore, listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. The status of these players could impact future games, but they managed to secure this win despite the absences.
The betting market reflected Miami's dominance, with DraftKings setting the odds at MIA -12.5 against the spread and a total of 225.5 for the game. The moneyline indicated a strong belief in a Miami victory, with the Heat at -675.0 and the Nets at 490.0, further emphasizing the disparity in confidence between the two teams.
The game conditions appeared favorable for Miami, contributing to their strong performance. As the final score suggests, the Heat's offensive execution was on display, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they maintained control and extended their lead. Noteworthy scoring plays included Terance Mann's step-back jumper and Myron Gardner's three-point shot, which helped solidify Miami's lead.
Overall, the Miami Heat's commanding win over the Brooklyn Nets underscores their position as a competitive force in the league, while the Nets continue to seek answers amidst their struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIA -12.5 | 225.5 o -115 / u -105 | Brooklyn Nets +490 · Miami Heat -675 |
Injury report
- Giannis AntetokounmpoDay-To-DayKneeMiami Heat
- Bam AdebayoDay-To-DayBackMiami Heat
- Trevor KeelsDay-To-DayKneeMiami Heat
- Ryan ConwellDay-To-DayHipMiami Heat
- Myron GardnerDay-To-DayAnkleMiami Heat
- Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Leaders
- PointsBam Adebayo23Miami Heat
- AssistsKasparas Jakucionis5Miami Heat
- ReboundsKel'el Ware13Miami Heat
- PointsNoah Clowney17Brooklyn Nets
- AssistsDanny Wolf5Brooklyn Nets
- ReboundsDay'Ron Sharpe8Brooklyn Nets
Recent form
Miami Heat
Last 10: 5-5Streak W1119 scored · 112.6 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W115-105vs Houston RocketsFeb 28
- L117-124at Philadelphia 76ersFeb 27
- L117-128at Milwaukee BucksFeb 25
- W136-120vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 22
- W128-97at Atlanta HawksFeb 21
- W123-111at New Orleans PelicansFeb 12
- L111-115vs Utah JazzFeb 10
- W132-101at Washington WizardsFeb 8
- L96-98at Boston CelticsFeb 7
- L115-127vs Atlanta HawksFeb 4
Brooklyn Nets
Last 10: 2-8Streak L8107.1 scored · 117.8 allowed per game0-4 away
- L102-106vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 1
- L111-148at Boston CelticsFeb 28
- L110-126vs San Antonio SpursFeb 27
- L114-123vs Dallas MavericksFeb 25
- L104-115at Atlanta HawksFeb 22
- L86-105at Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 21
- L84-112at Cleveland CavaliersFeb 20
- L110-115vs Indiana PacersFeb 12
- W123-115vs Chicago BullsFeb 10
- W127-113vs Washington WizardsFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
Box score
| Stat | Brooklyn Nets | Miami Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-86 | 45-91 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 6-32 | 13-36 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 36 |
| Free throws | 26-30 | 21-24 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 32 |
| Assists | 24 | 28 |
| Steals | 6 | 13 |
| Blocks | 5 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 23 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 62 |
| Fouls | 19 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 1 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter69-83Tyler Herro makes 25-foot three point jumper (Davion Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-85Tyler Herro makes 13-foot running pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter71-85Day'Ron Sharpe makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter71-88Davion Mitchell makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Andrew Wiggins assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-88Ziaire Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter73-88Ziaire Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter75-88Danny Wolf makes running layup (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-91Simone Fontecchio makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kel'el Ware assists)
- 4th Quarter76-91Ziaire Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-91Ziaire Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-92Kasparas Jakucionis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-93Kasparas Jakucionis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter80-93Ziaire Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter80-96Simone Fontecchio makes 25-foot three pointer (Kasparas Jakucionis assists)
- 4th Quarter80-99Simone Fontecchio makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter80-101Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes two point shot (Bam Adebayo assists)
- 4th Quarter82-101Danny Wolf makes layup (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
- 4th Quarter82-102Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter82-103Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter82-104Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter82-106Bam Adebayo makes running layup
- 4th Quarter84-106Noah Clowney makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter84-107Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-109Kel'el Ware makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter86-109Noah Clowney makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter86-111Bam Adebayo makes alley oop dunk (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter88-111Terance Mann makes driving layup (Michael Porter Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter88-113Bam Adebayo makes 5-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter91-113Noah Clowney makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter93-113Michael Porter Jr. makes driving layup (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter93-115Kel'el Ware makes dunk (Kasparas Jakucionis assists)
- 4th Quarter93-117Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter95-117Terance Mann makes 8-foot step back jumpshot (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter95-120Myron Gardner makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kasparas Jakucionis assists)
- 4th Quarter95-121Kasparas Jakucionis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-122Kasparas Jakucionis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-122Grant Nelson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-122Grant Nelson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-122Grant Nelson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-124Kel'el Ware makes driving floating jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Heat, below favours Brooklyn Nets.
Venue
- Kaseya CenterMiami, FL
- Attendance19700
- OfficialsKevin Scott, Natalie Sago, Jenna Reneau
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