Oklahoma City Thunder at Miami Heat
Jan 17, 2026
Miami Heat Edge Out Oklahoma City Thunder 122-120 in a Close Contest
Game Summary
The Miami Heat secured a narrow victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, finishing the game with a score of 122-120. Despite a strong performance from the Thunder, particularly with their shooting efficiency and three-point success, they struggled with turnovers, committing 14 which played a crucial role in their downfall against the Heat's defensive efforts.
Top Performers
Bam Adebayo led the Miami Heat with an impressive 30 points and 12 rebounds, showcasing his versatility with 4 assists and 6 three-pointers made. Pelle Larsson contributed effectively with 16 points, while Simone Fontecchio added 13 points and 5 rebounds. For the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the standout performer with 39 points and 4 rebounds, supported by Aaron Wiggins who scored 18 points and Ajay Mitchell with 15 points.
Odds Recap
Listed as 10-point underdogs, the Miami Heat stunned the betting world with their two-point victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The final score fell just shy of the pre-game total of 235.5, resulting in the game going over the total by 6.5 points.
Prediction Recap
The model's predictions fell short, incorrectly forecasting the Oklahoma City Thunder as the winner and missing on both the spread and total. The projected over/under result was deemed inaccurate, as the actual total exceeded expectations by a significant margin.
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