In a high-octane clash, Tyler Herro’s stellar 30-point performance, complemented by Duncan Robinson’s explosive 27 points, including 21 in the fourth quarter, propelled the Miami Heat (17-12) to a 122-113 victory over the Atlanta Hawks (12-16) on Friday night.
Young’s historic night with 30 points and 13 assists marked his sixth consecutive game with at least 30 points and 10 assists, tying NBA history with the legendary Oscar Robertson.
Bam Adebayo’s all-around contribution of 18 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists, along with Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s 19 points, played pivotal roles in the Heat’s comeback after trailing by 11 early in the third quarter.
Robinson’s remarkable 11 consecutive points in the fourth quarter set the stage for Herro’s clutch 3-pointer, securing the Heat’s victory with a 104-96 lead with 6:48 left.
Atlanta’s Dejounte Murray and Bogdan Bogdanovic displayed impressive performances with 24 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Heat’s resilience.
Bogdanovic’s remarkable six-game streak of scoring at least 20 points off the bench is the NBA’s longest since Tyler Herro achieved a similar feat during the 2021-22 season.
Miami’s defensive prowess, particularly against Young, showcased their ability to limit his impact, with Young shooting 10 for 22 and 7 of 13 from 3-point range.
The Heat’s ability to rally from an early deficit and secure a win underscores their resilience and offensive firepower, led by the dynamic duo of Herro and Robinson.
