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Charlotte Defeats Miami 122-117 - Recap

Miami was victimized by Terry Rozier for 31 points as the Hornets defeated the Heat 122-117 in NBA action on Sunday.

The Hornets were a +6.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 224.0.

PJ Washington had 27 points for Charlotte and Gordon Hayward chipped in with 20 points. Terry Rozier had 7 assists for the Hornets, while Mason Plumlee was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

The Heat got a 28-point performance from Jimmy Butler, who was supported by 24 points from Tyler Herro. Bam Adebayo had 6 assists in a losing cause for Miami, while Jimmy Butler grabbed 7 rebounds.

Charlotte trailed at halftime, 62-58.

The rebound battle favored Charlotte as they grabbed 47 boards, while Miami only had 36

Charlotte looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bucks. The Heat will aim to get back on the winning track at Cleveland.