Miami Heat vs. Washington Wizards: Odds, Keys, And Players to Watch
The Miami Heat (34-20) are still on the road after coming off a, 104-86, victory over the Charlotte Hornets, as they head to Washington to take on the Washington Wizards (24-28). Coming off that victory, they’ll look to extend their winning streak to three in a row after two double-digit victories.
Here are a few of the usual suspects to keep an eye on.
Players To Watch
Jimmy Butler is heading into this matchup with the Washington Wizards after a 27-point performance against the Hornets. Butler should look to continue his hot scoring and play competitive team ball on both ends of the court, while making sure to continue to make an impact in late-game situations as well.
Bam Adebayo, who put up a double-double against the Hornets with 20 points and 12 rebounds, looks to continue being a factor in the paint on both ends of the court. His ability to control the painted area and the defense’s focus should allow him to continue to create plays for himself and his team.
Tyler Herro is coming off a 19-point performance, continuing to show as a factor for the Heat, even when coming off the bench and a colder streak. His ability to get points in bunches will definitely play a factor when facing the Wizards’ defense.
The Miami Heat are looking to extend a winning streak as they head to Washington to take on the Wizards. Here is what to expect in the contest.
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Keys To The Game
1. Maintain Control Of The Paint: Miami had a total of 46 points in the painted area against Charlotte. The Heat will need to continue to dominate the paint and keep making plays down low.
On the other side, you would love for them to not allow as many as they score. The Hornets scored 42 of their 86 from in close.
2. Make Shots: Miami hit a total of 38/91 shots against the Hornets. Though a blowout in North Carolina, the Heat will want to be more efficient moving forward.
3. Keep Up The Defensive Intensity: Miami had 14 steals and forced Charlotte to turn the ball over 20 times. They need to continue to play tough defense and hope to force Washinton into mistakes, not allowing any easy baskets.
Miami Heat vs. Washington Wizards Odds & Predictions
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Moneyline: MIA -180 WAS +150
Spread: MIA -4.5
Total: 214
Prediction
The Miami Heat will look to extend their streak against the Wizards on the road. With just one more game on the road, a matchup in New Orleans, before they return to Miami next Saturday to take on the Brooklyn Nets, Miami will want to ensure they close this trip out strong.
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The Wizards will put up a game, but Miami will take this matchup, 120-98.