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Miami defeated Portland 136–131 on November 8 at Kaseya Center in a defensive battle that hinged on ball security and three-point shooting. Nikola Jović led the Heat with 29 points while Nassir Powell added 22, as Miami shot 51 percent from the field and made 10 three-pointers. The Blazers countered with Dario Avdija's game-high 33 points and Shaedon Sharpe's 21, though Portland's 14 three-pointers couldn't overcome their 20 turnovers—nearly double Miami's 14. Miami's defensive rating of 111.9 proved decisive despite Portland's 57-rebound edge, as the Heat's 17 steals disrupted the Blazers' rhythm throughout. The second quarter proved pivotal, with Miami outscoring Portland 45–35 to build separation that Portland never fully erased despite matching Miami's output in the fourth quarter. Miami's 37 assists and 51 percent efficiency showcased balanced offensive execution, while Portland's 45 percent shooting left points on the table. The result underscores Miami's ability to win close games through turnover management and perimeter defense.
