Miami Heat Edge Cavaliers in Overtime Thriller
Monday, November 10, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Kaseya Center
Miami Heat 140, Cleveland Cavaliers 138, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs Miami Heat?
Miami Heat beat Cleveland Cavaliers 140-138 at Kaseya Center on November 10, 2025.
In a thrilling overtime showdown at the Kaseya Center, the Miami Heat narrowly defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers with a final score of 140-138. This victory marked the Heat's second consecutive win, improving their record to 8-4, while the Cavaliers, despite a strong performance, fell to 7-5. The game was a showcase of high-scoring plays and intense competition, highlighting the talents of both teams.
The Heat entered this matchup with a recent home record of 4-0, having scored an average of 124.1 points per game while allowing 118.0. Their last two games were victories against the Portland Trail Blazers and the Charlotte Hornets, with scores of 136-131 and 126-108, respectively. In contrast, the Cavaliers had been on a four-game winning streak, with their latest victory against the Chicago Bulls, where they won 128-122. Overall, the Cavaliers boasted a scoring average of 120.7 points and allowed 115.5 points over their last ten games.
Both teams had identical overall records of 7-4 prior to this game, but the Heat had a slight edge in their head-to-head series, leading 1-0 after their previous meeting earlier in the season. Historically, the Heat have struggled against the Cavaliers, holding a 1-2 record in their last three encounters. Their last matchup resulted in a 122-113 victory for the Heat back in December 2024, but prior to that, they suffered losses in January and March of 2025.
In terms of injuries, the Heat faced significant challenges with several key players listed as Day-To-Day. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, Trevor Keels, Ryan Conwell, and Myron Gardner all had uncertain statuses due to various injuries, including knee, back, hip, and ankle issues. This situation added an element of unpredictability to the game, as the Heat had to navigate their lineup without some of their primary contributors.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this matchup, with the Heat having a home win probability of 0.607, indicating a slight favoring of Miami to win at home, according to the odds provided by an unnamed provider. This probability suggests that the Heat were expected to leverage their home-court advantage, especially given their strong recent performances.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with both teams displaying offensive prowess throughout. The Heat's ability to score efficiently at home was evident, and they capitalized on their scoring opportunities in the overtime period. Key plays included De'Andre Hunter making a crucial two-point shot and Jaime Jaquez Jr. contributing with an important basket, showcasing the intensity and skill on display.
As the game progressed into overtime, the tension mounted, with both teams exchanging leads. The scoring plays in the extra period were critical, with Donovan Mitchell hitting a significant three-pointer to tie the game at 138 before Andrew Wiggins sealed the victory for the Heat with an alley-oop dunk assisted by Nikola Jovic. This final play encapsulated the excitement of the match and highlighted the Heat's resilience in a closely contested battle.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of athleticism and strategy, with both teams demonstrating their capabilities. The Heat's ability to execute in high-pressure situations ultimately gave them the edge they needed to secure the win. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with the Heat aiming to maintain their momentum and the Cavaliers seeking to bounce back after a narrow defeat.
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
Leaders
- PointsNorman Powell33Miami Heat
- AssistsDavion Mitchell8Miami Heat
- ReboundsKel'el Ware20Miami Heat
- PointsDonovan Mitchell28Cleveland Cavaliers
- AssistsDonovan Mitchell8Cleveland Cavaliers
- ReboundsDonovan Mitchell15Cleveland Cavaliers
Recent form
Miami Heat
Last 10: 6-4Streak W2124.1 scored · 118 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W136-131vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 9
- W126-108vs Charlotte HornetsNov 8
- 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
Cleveland Cavaliers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W4120.7 scored · 115.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- W128-122vs Chicago BullsNov 9
- W148-115at Washington WizardsNov 8
- W132-121vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 6
- W117-109vs Atlanta HawksNov 2
- L101-112vs Toronto RaptorsOct 31
- L105-125at Boston CelticsOct 29
- W116-95at Detroit PistonsOct 27
- W118-113vs Milwaukee BucksOct 26
- W131-124at Brooklyn NetsOct 24
- L111-119at New York KnicksOct 22
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| 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 | Cleveland Cavaliers | Miami Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 49-120 | 46-98 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 21-65 | 12-36 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 33 |
| Free throws | 19-27 | 36-41 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 60 | 56 |
| Offensive rebounds | 26 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 44 |
| Assists | 26 | 32 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 23 |
| Points in the paint | 50 | 66 |
| Fouls | 27 | 27 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 15 |
How the scoring went
- 4th Quarter106-106Sam Merrill makes 30-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter107-106Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-106Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-108Nikola Jovic makes 9-foot two point shot (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter111-108Lonzo Ball makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot (De'Andre Hunter assists)
- 4th Quarter111-110Pelle Larsson makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter111-111Pelle Larsson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter111-113Norman Powell makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter111-115Norman Powell makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter113-115Donovan Mitchell makes two point shot (Jaylon Tyson assists)
- 4th Quarter115-115De'Andre Hunter makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Evan Mobley assists)
- 4th Quarter116-115De'Andre Hunter makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter116-117Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter119-117Jaylon Tyson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter119-119Kel'el Ware makes 2-foot alley oop dunk shot (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter120-119Evan Mobley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-120Norman Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-121Norman Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter122-121Evan Mobley makes dunk
- 4th Quarter122-123Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter122-124Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter124-124De'Andre Hunter makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter124-126Norman Powell makes two point shot (Andrew Wiggins assists)
- 4th Quarter127-126Evan Mobley makes 26-foot three point jumper (De'Andre Hunter assists)
- 4th Quarter128-126Jaylon Tyson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-128Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes 8-foot two point shot (Davion Mitchell assists)
- OT128-129Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT128-130Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT129-130Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT129-132Kel'el Ware makes tip shot
- OT131-132Evan Mobley makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- OT131-134Davion Mitchell makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- OT133-134De'Andre Hunter makes 12-foot two point shot
- OT133-136Jaime Jaquez Jr. makes 8-foot two point shot
- OT134-136De'Andre Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT135-136De'Andre Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT135-137Norman Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT135-138Norman Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT138-138Donovan Mitchell makes 23-foot three point shot
- OT138-140Andrew Wiggins makes 3-foot alley oop dunk shot (Nikola Jovic assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Heat, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.
Venue
- Kaseya CenterMiami, FL
- Attendance19600
- OfficialsScott Foster, Sean Corbin, Jenna Schroeder
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