Miami Heat Vs Washington Wizards, NBA 2026: Heat Torch Wizards in Offensive Shootout - In Pics
The Miami Heat routed the Washington Wizards 152-136 on Saturday, setting a season-high for points in a high-octane performance. Jaime Jaquez Jr. delivered a season-best 32 points, while rookie Kel’el Ware was a force in the paint, tallying 24 points, 19 rebounds, and matching a career-high with 7 blocks. Washington’s defence had no answer for Miami’s 57% shooting, though rookie Will Riley provided a bright spot for the Wizards with a career-high 31 points. Despite Bam Adebayo being held to just 14 points, Miami’s depth ensured a comfortable victory as they look to solidify their playoff positioning. See best photos from the match.
Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (12) defends Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo; AP/Marta Lavandier
Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (7) defends Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (12) passes the ball under pressure from Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (7) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (7) and Washington Wizards forward Anthony Gill (16) go after a rebound during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson (9) defends Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (12) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) aims to score as Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) and center Kel'el Ware (7) defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) aims to score as Miami Heat forward Simone Fontecchio (0) and center Bam Adebayo (13) defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Washington Wizards guard Will Riley (27) looks up during the end of the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
Miami Heat guard Dru Smith (12) drives to the basket as Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Miami. | Photo: AP/Marta Lavandier
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