nba Game Recap
Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat Wrap - Miami Wins 117-100
The Heat got a 21-point performance from Bam Adebayo, who added 13 rebounds as Miami ran past Charlotte 117-100 on Monday at AmericanAirlines Arena.
Bettors who backed the Heat were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 212.0.
Jimmy Butler had 21 points for Miami and Kendrick Nunn chipped in with 19 points. Goran Dragic had 9 assists for the Heat, while Kelly Olynyk was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 16 boards.
The Hornets got a 19-point performance from Terry Rozier, who was supported by 16 points from Devonte' Graham. Devonte' Graham had 8 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Terry Rozier grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Heat hit the break winning 69-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
Miami won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 49-35.
Next game, Miami takes its act on the road to face Houston looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face Detroit.