Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat Prediction: The Charlotte Hornets face off against the Miami Heat in an exciting 2024-25 NBA pre-season clash at Spectrum Center.
After a close 111-109 defeat to the Knicks, the Hornets, led by LaMelo Ball, will be eager to secure their first win. The Heat, fresh from their Summer League triumph, kick off their pre-season with key players like Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo looking to build momentum. Expect a competitive, high-energy matchup.
CHA vs MIA Match Info
- Date: Wednesday, 9th October 2024
- Tip-off Time: 4:30 AM IST
- League: NBA Preseason 2024
- Location: Spectrum Center, Charlotte
- Last Meeting: Miami Heat defeated Charlotte Hornets 120-108 (March 2024)
- Where to Watch: NBA League Pass
Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat Prediction
The Charlotte Hornets will aim for their first pre-season win after a narrow loss to the Knicks, with LaMelo Ball leading the charge. The Miami Heat, fresh off a Summer League title, will rely on Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo. Expect a competitive clash, but Hornets may edge it.
Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat Previews
Charlotte Hornets Previews:
The Charlotte Hornets enter this game following a narrow 111-109 loss to the New York Knicks in their pre-season opener. LaMelo Ball returned to action after his injury, leading the team with 18 points and 7 assists, while rookie Tidjane Salaun impressed with 11 points off the bench.
Head coach Charles Lee will be looking to fine-tune his team, aiming for their first win in pre-season, with solid performances from Ball and their young core.
Miami Heat Previews:
The Miami Heat, on the other hand, will be starting their pre-season campaign after a successful Summer League where they clinched the championship. Head coach Erik Spoelstra is expected to rotate his roster, giving opportunities to emerging talents while cautiously managing veterans like Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo.
The Heat will focus on integrating their Summer League success into the pre-season as they build chemistry for the upcoming season.
CHA vs MIA Team News
Charlotte Hornets:
- Injured: Grant Williams, Mark Williams (foot), Nick Smith Jr. (groin)
- Day-to-Day: Cody Martin (thumb/wrist)
- Returning: LaMelo Ball (ankle)
Miami Heat:
- Injured: Josh Richardson (shoulder)
- Expected to Play: Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro
CHA vs MIA Last Five Head-to-Head
- Miami Heat 120-108 Charlotte Hornets (March 2024)
- Miami Heat 112-107 Charlotte Hornets (February 2024)
- Miami Heat 114-96 Charlotte Hornets (December 2023)
- Miami Heat 111-104 Charlotte Hornets (October 2023)
- Miami Heat 108-103 Charlotte Hornets (February 2023)
CHA vs MIA Possible Lineups
CHA Possible Playing VIII:
- LaMelo Ball
- Brandon Miller
- Miles Bridges
- PJ Washington
- Nick Richards
- Gordon Hayward
- Mark Williams
- Tidjane Salaun
MIA Possible Playing VIII:
- Tyler Herro
- Jimmy Butler
- Bam Adebayo
- Nikola Jovic
- Duncan Robinson
- Jaime Jaquez Jr.
- Caleb Martin
- Thomas Bryant
CHA vs MIA Win Probability
- Charlotte Hornets: 55%
- Miami Heat: 45%
CHA vs MIA Dream11 Team
- Point Guard: LaMelo Ball
- Shooting Guard: Tyler Herro
- Small Forward: Jimmy Butler
- Power Forward: PJ Washington
- Center: Bam Adebayo
- Bench: Brandon Miller, Nikola Jovic, Miles Bridges
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