Golden State’s home advantage meets Miami’s high-scoring attack and a defense allowing 122.9 points per game.
Golden State hosts Miami Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET, with the 5-3 Warriors ranked No. 10 in the power index against the 3-5 Heat at No. 20. The Warriors are 3-1 at home and average 117.5 points per game, while Miami scores 118.0 but gives up 122.9 per game. The key matchup is Golden State’s defense against Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has 226 points and 100 rebounds in eight games; Stephen Curry has 180 points in six for the Warriors. If Golden State limits Giannis’ impact and capitalizes on Miami’s defensive leaks, it can protect home court; if the Heat keep their offense humming, the gap in records may not matter.