The Heat carry a 91-81 edge into the fourth after Klay Thompson’s long-range barrage and a strong first half.
Miami leads Sacramento 91-81 at the three-quarter mark Sunday, after opening with 34 and 34 points in the first two quarters; the teams slowed to 23-22 in the third. Klay Thompson has 21 points on seven threes, while Giannis Antetokounmpo has added 22 points and 11 rebounds for Miami. Darius Acuff Jr. is keeping the Kings in contention with 21 points and seven assists. The Heat entered 3-6 and 21st in the power index, while Sacramento came in 1-8 and ranked 27th.
Key Performers
Klay Thompson, Miami: 21 points, 7 threes Giannis Antetokounmpo, Miami: 22 points, 11 rebounds Darius Acuff Jr., Sacramento: 21 points, 7 assists