Sat Mar 01 03:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Heat Sink Pacers in High-Scoring Affair, Herro Leads the Charge
**MIAMI, FL** – Tyler Herro exploded for 29 points, leading the Miami Heat to a 125-120 victory over the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling Friday night matchup. Davion Mitchell’s clutch three-pointer with 43.8 seconds remaining broke a tie and sealed the win for Miami.
The Heat’s offensive efficiency was a key factor, shooting a scorching 57% from the field. This performance continues a hot streak; their 58% average over the last two games ties the seventh-best two-game shooting percentage in franchise history. Duncan Robinson added 20 points to the Heat’s offensive onslaught, while Bam Adebayo chipped in 18.
Despite a strong performance from Pascal Siakam (36 points) and contributions from Myles Turner (22 points) and Tyrese Haliburton (19 points, 10 assists), the Pacers couldn’t overcome Miami’s late surge. Indiana’s hot start from three-point range (12 of 15) cooled significantly in the second half (9 of 24).
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle acknowledged the difference between this game and their previous dominant victory in Miami, predicting a much tougher contest. His prediction proved accurate. The Heat mounted a decisive 13-0 run bridging the third and fourth quarters, turning a one-point deficit into a commanding lead.
The game was a high-scoring affair from the outset; the 69-68 halftime score marked only the fifth time in the Heat’s 37-year history (including playoffs) that both teams surpassed 68 points before intermission.
The Heat played without Andrew Wiggins (sprained right ankle), and suffered a further blow when Jaime Jaquez Jr. left the game with a right ankle injury in the third quarter.
Both teams return to action on Sunday; the Pacers host the Chicago Bulls, while the Heat welcome the New York Knicks.
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