Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 39 points saved the Heat from a narrow 122-120 defeat to the Thunder.

January 19th - The Heat narrowly defeated the Thunder 122-120. Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 39 points, but ultimately it was all in vain.

At the start of the game, the Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, extended their lead to 9 points. Towards the end of the first quarter, the Heat gradually stabilized, with Bam Adebayo hitting consecutive mid-range and long-range shots, scoring 12 points in the quarter. The Thunder led 37-30 at the end of the first quarter . In the second quarter, the Heat committed more turnovers, and the deficit widened to 12 points. With their bench players entering the game, the Heat improved their defense and scored on fast breaks, tying the score and briefly taking the lead. At halftime, the Thunder still led 65-60 .

After switching sides, the Heat gradually narrowed the gap and eventually took the lead. Towards the end of the third quarter, the Thunder tightened their defense and successfully tied the score, with the two teams tied at 95 after three quarters . In the final quarter, Adebayo hit several crucial shots and drew fouls in the paint, helping the Heat stabilize the situation. Ultimately, the Heat prevailed 122-120 .

Thunder player statistics

Alexander had 39 points , 4 rebounds, and 3 assists; Wiggins had 18 points , 6 rebounds , and 1 assist; Mitchell had 15 points, 4 rebounds , and 2 assists ; Holmgren had 14 points , 11 rebounds , and 2 assists; Wallace had 9 points, 6 rebounds , and 3 assists; Jalen Williams had 8 points , 3 rebounds, and 3 assists; Joe had 8 points , 3 rebounds, and 2 assists; Caruso had 5 points , 4 rebounds, and 2 assists .

Heat player statistics

Adebayo had 30 points , 12 rebounds , and 4 assists; Powell had 19 points , 4 rebounds , and 4 assists; Larson had 16 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists; Wiggins had 15 points , 5 rebounds , and 5 assists; Von Taecioo had 13 points , 5 rebounds , and 3 assists; Gardner had 11 points, 5 rebounds , and 1 assist; Weir had 7 points and 9 rebounds; Smith had 5 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists .