Through 3 Quarters
Only one more quarter stands between the Miami Heat and the win they were favored to collect going into this night. Three quarters in and their offense has really been able to impose its will, dominating the New York Knicks 90-73.
Small forward Jimmy Butler has led the way so far for Miami, as he has 25 points and six assists in addition to seven rebounds. New York has been relying on center Mitchell Robinson, who has 11 points along with seven boards, and power forward Obi Toppin, who has 15 points in addition to eight rebounds.
the Knicks have lost 89% of the time when they were down heading into the fourth quarter this year, so this one seems just about wrapped up
Who’s Playing
New York @ Miami
Current Records: New York 31-42; Miami 47-26
What to Know
The New York Knicks haven’t won a game against the Miami Heat since Jan. 12 of 2020, but they’ll be looking to end the drought Friday. The Knicks’ road trip will continue as they head to FTX Arena at 8 p.m. ET to face off against Miami. New York isn’t expected to win, but seeing as the odds didn’t stop them last game, maybe the team has another upset up their sleeve.
New York didn’t have too much trouble with the Charlotte Hornets on the road on Wednesday as they won 121-106. Power forward Obi Toppin and small forward R.J. Barrett were among the main playmakers for New York as the former posted a double-double on 18 points and 11 boards in addition to six dimes and the latter had 30 points.
Meanwhile, it was all tied up 50-50 at halftime, but Miami was not quite the Golden State Warriors’ equal in the second half when they met on Wednesday. The Heat took a 118-104 bruising from the Warriors. This was hardly the result Miami or its fans were betting on, as they were favored by 10 points over Golden State heading into this matchup. Point guard Kyle Lowry put forth a good effort for the losing side as he shot 6-for-9 from beyond the arc and finished with 26 points and nine assists.
The Knicks are now 31-42 while Miami sits at 47-26. A couple stats to keep an eye on: New York has only been able to knock down 43.70% percent of their shots, which is the fourth lowest field goal percentage in the league. Miami’s defense has more to brag about, as they they have been holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of 44.50%, which places them fourth in the league. So the cards are definitely stacked in their favor.
How To Watch
- When: Friday at 8 p.m. ET
- Where: FTX Arena — Miami, Florida
- TV: MSG Network
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $33.00
Odds
The Heat are a big 9.5-point favorite against the Knicks, according to the latest NBA odds.
The line on this game has moved quite a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Heat as a 5.5-point favorite.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
Miami have won 15 out of their last 21 games against New York.
- Feb 25, 2022 – Miami 115 vs. New York 100
- Jan 26, 2022 – Miami 110 vs. New York 96
- Mar 29, 2021 – Miami 98 vs. New York 88
- Feb 09, 2021 – Miami 98 vs. New York 96
- Feb 07, 2021 – Miami 109 vs. New York 103
- Jan 12, 2020 – New York 124 vs. Miami 121
- Dec 20, 2019 – Miami 129 vs. New York 114
- Mar 30, 2019 – Miami 100 vs. New York 92
- Jan 27, 2019 – Miami 106 vs. New York 97
- Oct 24, 2018 – Miami 110 vs. New York 87
- Apr 06, 2018 – New York 122 vs. Miami 98
- Mar 21, 2018 – Miami 119 vs. New York 98
- Jan 05, 2018 – Miami 107 vs. New York 103
- Nov 29, 2017 – New York 115 vs. Miami 86
- Mar 31, 2017 – New York 98 vs. Miami 94
- Mar 29, 2017 – Miami 105 vs. New York 88
- Dec 06, 2016 – New York 114 vs. Miami 103
- Feb 28, 2016 – Miami 98 vs. New York 81
- Jan 06, 2016 – New York 98 vs. Miami 90
- Nov 27, 2015 – Miami 97 vs. New York 78
- Nov 23, 2015 – Miami 95 vs. New York 78
Injury Report for Miami
- Victor Oladipo: Out (Rest)
- Tyler Herro: Out (Knee)
- Gabe Vincent: Out (Toe)
Injury Report for New York
- Mitchell Robinson: Game-Time Decision (Back)
- Julius Randle: Out (Quadriceps)
- Derrick Rose: Out (Ankle)
- Nerlens Noel: Out (Foot)
- Cam Reddish: Out for the Season (Shoulder)
- Kemba Walker: Out for the Season (Rest)
