Miami Heat Edge LA Clippers in Close Contest
Monday, November 3, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Intuit Dome
Miami Heat 120, LA Clippers 119, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Miami Heat vs LA Clippers?
Miami Heat beat LA Clippers 120-119 at Intuit Dome on November 3, 2025.
In a thrilling matchup at the Intuit Dome, the Miami Heat narrowly defeated the LA Clippers with a final score of 120-119. This victory marks the Heat's second consecutive win against the Clippers this season, extending their lead in the series to 2-0.
The LA Clippers entered the game with a home record of 3-3, while the Miami Heat had an away record of 4-3. The Clippers have shown strong form at home, boasting an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, averaging 117.2 points scored and allowing 111.7 points. Their recent performance includes a win against the New Orleans Pelicans on November 1, where they triumphed 126-124, but they also suffered a loss to the Golden State Warriors just prior, falling 79-98.
In contrast, the Miami Heat have had a mixed bag of results lately, holding a record of 5-5 over their last ten games with an average of 124.6 points scored and 114.7 points allowed. Their recent games include a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on November 3, where they lost 120-130, and a victory against the Charlotte Hornets on October 28, winning 144-117.
The game was characterized by a competitive atmosphere, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Key scoring plays in the fourth quarter included a driving layup by James Harden, a crucial 19-foot shot from Kawhi Leonard, and a 27-foot three-pointer from Andrew Wiggins, assisted by Bam Adebayo. Ultimately, it was Bam Adebayo who sealed the game for Miami, making two free throws that pushed the score to 120-116 before Harden's late basket brought the Clippers within one point.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were missing Jordan Miller due to a shoulder issue, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The Miami Heat had several players in a similar situation, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, Trevor Keels, Ryan Conwell, and Myron Gardner all classified as day-to-day, impacting their lineup depth.
The betting market reflected a tight contest, with odds suggesting a close matchup, although the specifics were not detailed. The conditions for the game were typical for an indoor basketball setting, contributing to a high-scoring affair that showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams.
Viewers were treated to a display of skill and strategy, with the game highlighting the importance of clutch performances in the final moments. The Clippers' inability to secure the win at home despite their strong scoring averages and recent home success will be a point of concern moving forward as they look to improve their record.
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
- 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
- PointsJames Harden29LA Clippers
- AssistsJames Harden8LA Clippers
- ReboundsIvica Zubac18LA Clippers
- PointsBam Adebayo25Miami Heat
- AssistsDavion Mitchell9Miami Heat
- ReboundsBam Adebayo10Miami Heat
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W1117.2 scored · 111.7 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W126-124vs New Orleans PelicansNov 1
- L79-98at Golden State WarriorsOct 29
- W114-107vs Portland Trail BlazersOct 27
- W129-102vs Phoenix SunsOct 25
- L108-129at Utah JazzOct 23
- W124-119at Golden State WarriorsApr 13
- W101-100at Sacramento KingsApr 12
- W134-117vs Houston RocketsApr 10
- W122-117vs San Antonio SpursApr 9
- W135-104vs Dallas MavericksApr 6
Miami Heat
Last 10: 5-5Streak L2124.6 scored · 114.7 allowed per game2-4 away
- 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
- L111-119at Chicago BullsApr 10
- W117-105vs Philadelphia 76ersApr 7
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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Miami Heat | LA Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 45-83 | 44-88 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 12-25 | 17-41 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 41 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 14-19 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 33 |
| Assists | 33 | 25 |
| Steals | 12 | 13 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 37 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 58 | 48 |
| Fouls | 15 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter85-79Norman Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-81Kawhi Leonard makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter88-81Norman Powell makes 27-foot three pointer (Davion Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-81Bam Adebayo makes 12-foot two point shot (Davion Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter91-81Bam Adebayo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter91-82James Harden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter91-83James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter94-83Pelle Larsson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter96-83Davion Mitchell makes 3-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter96-86Kris Dunn makes 23-foot three point jumper (Chris Paul assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-86Andrew Wiggins makes 12-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter98-87Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter98-88Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter99-88Nikola Jovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter99-90Kris Dunn makes 9-foot two point shot (Chris Paul assists)
- 3rd Quarter99-92John Collins makes 2-foot layup (Chris Paul assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-92Kel'el Ware makes alley oop layup (Nikola Jovic assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-94Ivica Zubac makes tip shot
- 3rd Quarter103-94Dru Smith makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter103-95Ivica Zubac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-97Kris Dunn makes layup
- 4th Quarter105-97Kel'el Ware makes 22-foot jumper (Jaime Jaquez Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter105-100John Collins makes 27-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter105-101James Harden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-102James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-105Chris Paul makes 26-foot three pointer (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter105-107John Collins makes 1-foot dunk (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter107-107Nikola Jovic makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter110-107Andrew Wiggins makes 27-foot three point jumper (Pelle Larsson assists)
- 4th Quarter110-109Kawhi Leonard makes 11-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter112-109Norman Powell makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter113-109Pelle Larsson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-111James Harden makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter113-113Kawhi Leonard makes 19-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter116-113Andrew Wiggins makes 27-foot three point jumper (Bam Adebayo assists)
- 4th Quarter116-116James Harden makes 29-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter118-116Bam Adebayo makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter119-116Bam Adebayo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-116Bam Adebayo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-119James Harden makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot (Kawhi Leonard assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours Miami Heat.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance17045
- OfficialsZach Zarba, Michael Smith, Ray Acosta
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