Miami Heat Dominate Charlotte Hornets 126-108
Friday, November 7, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Kaseya Center
Miami Heat 126, Charlotte Hornets 108, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat?
Miami Heat beat Charlotte Hornets 126-108 at Kaseya Center on November 7, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the Kaseya Center, the Miami Heat defeated the Charlotte Hornets with a final score of 126-108. This victory marks the Heat's third consecutive win against the Hornets this season, extending their lead in the series to 3-0. The Heat's strong performance at home has been a defining aspect of their season, as they maintain a home record of 5-4, while the Hornets struggle with a 3-6 record on the road.
The Heat entered this game with a mixed recent form, having a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They averaged 125.0 points scored per game while allowing 116.4 points. Their last five games show a record of 2-3, with an average score of 119.4 points for and 119.0 against. In their previous matchup against the Hornets on October 28, the Heat had a commanding victory, winning 144-117.
Conversely, the Hornets have faced challenges in their recent games, holding a record of 3-7 over their last ten outings. They have averaged 114.3 points scored and allowed 118.6 points during this stretch. Their last five games have been particularly tough, with a record of 1-4 and an average of 113.4 points scored against 121.6 allowed. The Hornets' only recent win came against the Utah Jazz on November 2, where they triumphed 126-103.
In terms of home versus away performance, the Heat have a solid home record of 2-1 in their last three games at the Kaseya Center, while the Hornets have struggled with a 1-5 record in their away games. This disparity highlights the Heat's advantage when playing in front of their home crowd.
Injury concerns have plagued both teams leading up to this game. The Miami Heat had several players listed as Day-To-Day, including Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Bam Adebayo (back), Trevor Keels (knee), Ryan Conwell (hip), and Myron Gardner (ankle). The Charlotte Hornets also had key player Brandon Miller (shoulder) and PJ Hall (ankle) listed as Day-To-Day, which could impact their performance.
The betting market reflected the Heat's strong position, with their win probability set at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for their victory, as reported by the provider. This confidence in the Heat was evident throughout the game as they maintained control over the Hornets.
As the game progressed, the Heat showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they continued to extend their lead. Notable scoring plays included Andrew Wiggins' dunk and a series of successful shots from both Norman Powell and Liam McNeeley, which contributed to the Heat's commanding performance. The final quarter saw the Heat outscore the Hornets, solidifying their victory.
Overall, the Miami Heat's performance was characterized by effective scoring and solid defense, allowing them to secure a significant win against the Charlotte Hornets. The Heat's ability to capitalize on their home advantage and the Hornets' ongoing struggles on the road were critical factors in this matchup.
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
- Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
- PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
Leaders
- PointsNorman Powell25Miami Heat
- AssistsJaime Jaquez Jr.9Miami Heat
- ReboundsJaime Jaquez Jr.8Miami Heat
- PointsKon Knueppel30Charlotte Hornets
- AssistsTre Mann7Charlotte Hornets
- ReboundsMiles Bridges12Charlotte Hornets
Recent form
Miami Heat
Last 10: 5-5Streak L1125 scored · 116.4 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L112-122at Denver NuggetsNov 6
- W120-119at LA ClippersNov 4
- L120-130at Los Angeles LakersNov 3
- L101-107at San Antonio SpursOct 31
- W144-117vs Charlotte HornetsOct 28
- W115-107vs New York KnicksOct 26
- W146-114at Memphis GrizzliesOct 25
- L121-125at Orlando MagicOct 22
- L118-119vs Washington WizardsApr 13
- W153-104at New Orleans PelicansApr 12
Charlotte Hornets
Last 10: 3-7Streak L1114.3 scored · 118.6 allowed per game1-5 away
- L112-116at New Orleans PelicansNov 5
- W126-103vs Utah JazzNov 2
- L105-122vs Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 1
- L107-123vs Orlando MagicOct 30
- L117-144at Miami HeatOct 28
- W139-113at Washington WizardsOct 26
- L121-125at Philadelphia 76ersOct 25
- W136-117vs Brooklyn NetsOct 22
- L86-93at Boston CelticsApr 13
- L94-130at Boston CelticsApr 11
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Charlotte Hornets | Miami Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 37-97 | 51-99 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 10-39 | 12-28 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 43 |
| Free throws | 24-27 | 12-14 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 57 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 19 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 31 |
| Assists | 22 | 31 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 9 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 70 |
| Fouls | 18 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter82-82Moussa Diabate makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter82-83Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter82-85Nikola Jovic makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter82-87Pelle Larsson makes 3-foot two point shot (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-89Norman Powell makes two point shot (Nikola Jovic assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-89Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-89Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-90Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter84-92Simone Fontecchio makes driving layup (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-92Tre Mann makes driving layup (Miles Bridges assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-94Dru Smith makes 9-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter88-94Moussa Diabate makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter88-96Andrew Wiggins makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-96Ryan Kalkbrenner makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-98Simone Fontecchio makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter90-99Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter90-100Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter90-101Simone Fontecchio makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter92-101Sion James makes 2-foot driving dunk (Tre Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter95-101Kon Knueppel makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot (Tre Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter95-103Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes driving layup (Dru Smith assists)
- 4th Quarter95-105Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter95-107Kel'el Ware makes 1-foot dunk (Simone Fontecchio assists)
- 4th Quarter96-107Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-107Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-107Kon Knueppel makes 1-foot dunk (Tre Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter99-109Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes driving dunk
- 4th Quarter99-111Pelle Larsson makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Norman Powell assists)
- 4th Quarter101-111Moussa Diabate makes 5-foot two point shot (Sion James assists)
- 4th Quarter101-113Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Norman Powell assists)
- 4th Quarter103-113Kon Knueppel makes driving layup (Tre Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter103-115Norman Powell makes 4-foot two point shot (Andrew Wiggins assists)
- 4th Quarter103-117Norman Powell makes 6-foot two point shot (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter103-119Andrew Wiggins makes dunk (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter104-119Kon Knueppel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-119Kon Knueppel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-121Norman Powell makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter108-121Liam McNeeley makes 24-foot three point jumper (KJ Simpson assists)
- 4th Quarter108-124Andrew Wiggins makes 23-foot three point jumper (Pelle Larsson assists)
- 4th Quarter108-126Pelle Larsson makes two point shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Heat, below favours Charlotte Hornets.
Venue
- Kaseya CenterMiami, FL
- Attendance19600
- OfficialsJames Williams, Jason Goldenberg, Matt Myers
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