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The Miami Heat use a quick start and then a dominant second half to defeat the struggling New Orleans Pelicans. This win now improves the Heat’s record to 20-16
The Miami Heat went up against the New Orleans Pelicans last night on January 4th. They came into the game after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 125-115, on the previous night, which was the first half of a back-to-back.
With the injury to Jaime Jaquez Jr., the opportunity is now open for this Heat player to step in and fill in the void.
Sometimes, you can speak -- and shoot -- something into existence. Following his arrival from the Los Angeles Clippers in a lopsided offseason trade, veteran gu
Pregame analysis and predictions of the Miami Heat vs. Minnesota Timberwolves NBA game to be played on January 6, 2026 on ESPN.
Herro is listed as questionable against the Pelicans, and it looks like there is a chance that he returns soon, even if it isn't this game. Outside of Herro, the Heat have dealt with injuries here and there to some of their other key players, but head coach Erik Spoelstra has not been concerned.
On Friday, the Pels were without Herb Jones (ankle), Saddiq Bey (hip), Trey Murphy (lower back), and Derik Queen (quad). Amid the absences, the Pelicans started Jeremiah Fears, Jordan Poole. Bryce McGowens, Zion Williamson, and Yves Missi in the 122-109 loss.