Miami Heat Defeat LA Clippers 140-123 at Home
Monday, December 1, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Kaseya Center
Miami Heat 140, LA Clippers 123, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won LA Clippers vs Miami Heat?
Miami Heat beat LA Clippers 140-123 at Kaseya Center on December 1, 2025.
Who was favored in LA Clippers vs Miami Heat?
Miami Heat were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Miami Heat secured a comfortable 140-123 victory over the LA Clippers at the Kaseya Center. This win not only extends Miami's dominance over the Clippers in their recent meetings but also highlights the stark contrast in their current forms. The Heat now lead the season series 2-0 against the Clippers, having previously won their earlier encounter 120-119 on November 4, 2025.
Miami entered the game with a home record of 14-7 and had been performing well, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, despite a recent loss to the Detroit Pistons on November 30, 2025. They averaged 123.0 points scored and allowed 118.4 points during that stretch. The Heat's last five games saw them achieve a record of 4-1, with an average of 123.4 points scored and 113.4 points allowed. However, the game against the Clippers marked their first loss in their last five home games, as they had previously won five out of their last seven at home.
In contrast, the Clippers struggled significantly, entering the game with a dismal away record of 5-16 and a recent record of just 2-8 over their last ten games. They were on a four-game losing streak, averaging 114.7 points scored and allowing 121.4 points during this stretch. The Clippers' last five games yielded a record of 1-4, with an average of 114.2 points scored and 119.4 points allowed. Their performance on the road has been particularly poor, with a 0-3 record in their last three away games.
In terms of injuries, the Heat faced several day-to-day concerns, including Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Bam Adebayo (back), Trevor Keels (knee), Ryan Conwell (hip), and Myron Gardner (ankle). The Clippers were missing Jordan Miller (shoulder), while Bradley Beal (hip) and Yanic Konan Niederhauser (foot) were also listed as day-to-day.
The odds from DraftKings reflected Miami's status as favorites, with a spread of -6.5 and a total set at 235.5 points. The Heat were priced at -245 for the money line, while the Clippers were at +200.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with a competitive atmosphere at the Kaseya Center, which typically provides a strong home-court advantage for Miami. The Heat's offensive prowess was on full display, particularly in the fourth quarter, where Tyler Herro made pivotal plays, including a driving floating jump shot and a crucial free throw to help seal the victory.
As the game progressed, Miami's scoring continued to build momentum, with Andrew Wiggins contributing a significant three-point jumper that capped off their scoring run. The Clippers, despite their efforts, could not keep pace, and their late-game attempts to close the gap fell short.
Overall, the Heat's performance illustrated their capabilities as a strong contender in the league, while the Clippers will need to address their ongoing struggles if they hope to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIA -6.5 | 235.5 o -108 / u -112 | LA Clippers +200 · Miami Heat -245 |
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
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
Leaders
- PointsNorman Powell30Miami Heat
- AssistsDavion Mitchell12Miami Heat
- ReboundsBam Adebayo14Miami Heat
- PointsKawhi Leonard36LA Clippers
- AssistsKris Dunn5LA Clippers
- ReboundsIvica Zubac13LA Clippers
Recent form
Miami Heat
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1123 scored · 118.4 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L135-138vs Detroit PistonsNov 30
- W106-103vs Milwaukee BucksNov 27
- W106-102vs Dallas MavericksNov 25
- W127-117at Philadelphia 76ersNov 23
- W143-107at Chicago BullsNov 22
- W110-96vs Golden State WarriorsNov 20
- W115-113vs New York KnicksNov 18
- L132-140at New York KnicksNov 15
- L116-130vs Cleveland CavaliersNov 13
- W140-138vs Cleveland CavaliersNov 11
LA Clippers
Last 10: 2-8Streak L4114.7 scored · 121.4 allowed per game2-5 away
- L110-114vs Dallas MavericksNov 30
- L107-112vs Memphis GrizzliesNov 29
- L118-135at Los Angeles LakersNov 26
- L105-120at Cleveland CavaliersNov 23
- W131-116at Charlotte HornetsNov 22
- L101-129at Orlando MagicNov 21
- L108-110at Philadelphia 76ersNov 18
- L118-121at Boston CelticsNov 16
- W133-127at Dallas MavericksNov 15
- L116-130vs Denver NuggetsNov 13
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| 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 | LA Clippers | Miami Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-96 | 53-100 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 9-29 | 24-46 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 52 |
| Free throws | 28-35 | 10-12 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 39 |
| Assists | 23 | 34 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 22 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 66 | 46 |
| Fouls | 10 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 38 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter74-112Andrew Wiggins makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter76-112Kobe Sanders makes 4-foot dunk (Kobe Brown assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-112Kawhi Leonard makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter82-112Kawhi Leonard makes 27-foot three point jumper (John Collins assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-114Tyler Herro makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter84-114Kobe Sanders makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter86-114John Collins makes 8-foot two point shot (Kobe Sanders assists)
- 4th Quarter88-114John Collins makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter90-114Kawhi Leonard makes two point shot (John Collins assists)
- 4th Quarter90-116Simone Fontecchio makes driving layup (Dru Smith assists)
- 4th Quarter92-116Ivica Zubac makes 6-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter92-119Tyler Herro makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter95-119Nicolas Batum makes 25-foot three pointer (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter95-121Dru Smith makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter97-121Kawhi Leonard makes driving layup (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter98-121John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-121Kris Dunn makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-121Kawhi Leonard makes 16-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter103-121Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter103-123Norman Powell makes 13-foot two point shot (Davion Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter106-123Kawhi Leonard makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter106-125Norman Powell makes two point shot (Simone Fontecchio assists)
- 4th Quarter108-125Kawhi Leonard makes driving layup (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter108-127Norman Powell makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Davion Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter110-127Ivica Zubac makes 3-foot dunk (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter112-127Kawhi Leonard makes 4-foot layup (Ivica Zubac assists)
- 4th Quarter113-127Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-127Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-129Andrew Wiggins makes driving layup (Tyler Herro assists)
- 4th Quarter116-129Ivica Zubac makes 6-foot two point shot (Kawhi Leonard assists)
- 4th Quarter116-131Davion Mitchell makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter118-131Kawhi Leonard makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter119-131Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter119-133Tyler Herro makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter119-134Tyler Herro makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter119-137Norman Powell makes 26-foot three point shot (Tyler Herro assists)
- 4th Quarter119-140Andrew Wiggins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Davion Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter120-140Kobe Sanders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-140Kobe Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter123-140Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes 5-foot alley oop dunk shot (Kobe Brown assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Heat, below favours LA Clippers.
Venue
- Kaseya CenterMiami, FL
- Attendance19600
- OfficialsEric Dalen, Marc Davis, Brent Haskill
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