In a thrilling matchup that went into overtime, Tyler Herro and Davion Mitchell led the Miami Heat to a historic win over the Atlanta Hawks. Herro's 30 points, including clutch 3-pointers in overtime, powered the Heat to a 123-114 victory, advancing them to the NBA Play-In Tournament's first round. Mitchell also delivered in overtime, matching his career high with three 3-pointers, as the duo combined for 31 points in the fourth quarter and overtime. The Heat, as the No. 10 seed, became the first team in either conference to make the playoffs since the inception of the play-in format, showcasing their resilience with two road wins.
Trae Young's heroics for the Hawks, including a game-tying layup in regulation, were not enough to overcome Miami's determined performance. Young finished with 29 points and 11 assists, while Onyeka Okongwu contributed 28 points and 12 rebounds for Atlanta. Despite trailing early and facing a 17-point deficit, the Hawks fought back to force overtime, showcasing an impressive offensive display with 16 made 3-pointers. With history made as Miami moves on to face Cleveland in the playoffs, both teams displayed competitive spirit and determination in a memorable clash on the court.