Miami takes a 33-24 lead into the second quarter, fueled by Klay Thompson’s hot start.
Through one quarter Wednesday, Nov. 4, Miami leads the Clippers 33-24, building a nine-point cushion as the second quarter begins. Klay Thompson has 11 points and three makes from deep, while Bam Adebayo added nine on 4-of-5 shooting. Rui Hachimura matched Thompson with 11 for Los Angeles, but Miami’s early scoring has set the pace. The Heat entered at 2-5 and 20th in the power index; the 1-6 Clippers ranked 26th.
Key Performers
Klay Thompson (Miami): 11 points, 3-of-4 from three Rui Hachimura (LA Clippers): 11 points, 4-of-6 shooting Bam Adebayo (Miami): 9 points, 4-of-5 shooting, 3 rebounds