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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiOctober 25, 2026Miami-Dade County

Brandon Miller scores 34 points as the Charlotte Hornets defeat the Miami Heat 115-110

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Brandon Miller scored 34 points to help the Charlotte Hornets defeat the Miami Heat 115-110 on Saturday, recovering from a heavy loss the previous night. The victory brought Charlotte's record to 2-1 while dropping the Heat further into their winless start.

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Why It Matters

The game shifts standings in the NBA early-season matchups and reflects roster changes following major offseason player trades.

Key Facts

  • Brandon Miller scored 34 points for the Charlotte Hornets.
  • The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Miami Heat 115-110 on Saturday.
  • The victory followed a 128-81 loss by Charlotte to Atlanta on Friday.
  • Charlotte improved its record to 2-1 on the season.
  • Dennis Schroder scored 25 points, Naz Reid scored 23, and Grayson Allen scored 20 for Charlotte.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo was restricted to 14 points and fouled out with 1:57 remaining in the game.
  • Charlotte used a 24-7 run in the third quarter to build a 92-70 lead.
  • Grayson Allen converted a late 3-pointer and a free throw for a four-point play to secure the win for Charlotte.
  • Davion Mitchell led Miami with 22 points, while Bam Adebayo added 20.
  • A sellout crowd of 19,611 attended the game at Spectrum Center.

Who's Mentioned

locationAtlanta“Defeated Charlotte in the Hornets' home opener.”PersonNaz Reid“Scored 23 points for Charlotte.”PersonBobby Portis Jr.“Played as a reserve for Miami.”PersonGrayson Allen“Scored 20 points and hit a crucial 3-pointer for Charlotte.”PersonDavion Mitchell“Led Miami with 22 points.”PersonKlay Thompson“Scored 14 points for Miami.”OrganizationMilwaukee Bucks“Giannis Antetokounmpo's previous team before being traded.”PersonBrandon Miller“Scored 34 points for the Charlotte Hornets.”PersonTim Hardaway Jr.“Played as a reserve for Miami and fouled Grayson Allen.”PersonPelie Larsson“Scored 15 points off the bench for Miami.”OrganizationCharlotte Hornets“Won the basketball game against the Miami Heat.”PersonDennis Schroder“Added 25 points for Charlotte.”PersonGiannis Antetokounmpo“Limited to 14 points and fouled out for Miami.”OrganizationMiami Heat“Lost the basketball game to the Charlotte Hornets.”PersonLaMelo Ball“Former Charlotte player traded to Minnesota.”OrganizationThe Associated Press“Copyright holder of the news article.”PersonBam Adebayo“Scored 20 points for Miami.”OrganizationSpectrum Center“Arena in Charlotte where the game was played in front of 19,611 fans.”OrganizationMinnesota Timberwolves“Team that acquired LaMelo Ball in the offseason.”PersonErik Spoelstra“Miami Heat coach.”