Lakers Falter in 110-96 Loss to Heat Despite Jimmy Butler’s Absence; Team Displays Sluggish Performance

Tyler Herro led the Miami Heat to a 110-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, scoring 21 points.

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Duncan Robinson contributed 11 of his 13 points in the fourth quarter, helping secure the win for the Heat. Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 16 points, while Nikola Jokic and Bam Adebayo each scored 15 points, showcasing a balanced scoring effort from the Heat.

Despite missing Jimmy Butler for the sixth time in seven games due to a foot injury, the Heat managed to control the game. Kevin Love recorded a double-double with 10 points and a season-high 14 rebounds.

For the Lakers, Anthony Davis had an impressive performance with 29 points and 18 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Heat. Austin Reaves contributed 24 points for the Lakers.

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The Heat struggled with their shooting in the early quarters but found their rhythm in the fourth quarter, making 14 of 24 field goals and 6 of 11 three-pointers. In contrast, the Lakers struggled from beyond the arc, making only 4 of 30 three-point attempts.

The loss marked the ninth defeat in the last 12 games for the Lakers, who continue to face challenges in finding consistency and success. The Heat, on the other hand, showcased a collective effort with all eight players who saw action scoring in double figures.

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The Heat will conclude their five-game road trip against the Phoenix Suns on Friday, while the Lakers will host the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.