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The Miami Heat dominated the Atlanta Hawks 143–117 on April 12 at Kaseya Center, controlling the matchup with superior efficiency and ball security. J. Jaquez Jr. led Miami with 26 points while Bam Adebayo added 25, anchoring an offense that shot 56.3 percent from the field and made 15 three-pointers. The Heat's fourth-quarter surge proved decisive, outscoring Atlanta 44–33 in the final frame after a competitive first half. Miami's defense was suffocating, holding the Hawks to 47.3 percent shooting and forcing 16 turnovers compared to just 6 of their own. Despite Buddy Hield's team-high 31 points and Corey Kispert's 21, Atlanta couldn't generate consistent offensive rhythm, particularly in the third quarter when they managed only 23 points. The Heat's offensive rating of 138.2 and defensive rating of 112.6 reflected their overall dominance, while the game's 260 combined points exceeded the Vegas total of 239.5. Miami's balance—34 assists and 11 steals—underscored their execution, positioning them favorably in the playoff race.
