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Powell's 36 Powers Heat Past Pistons in Thriller
2 Jan
Summary
- Norman Powell led the Miami Heat with 36 points in their fourth consecutive victory.
- The Heat secured a 118-112 win against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night.
- Detroit mounted a late comeback but ultimately fell short after key turnovers.
The Miami Heat extended their winning streak to four games, defeating the Detroit Pistons 118-112 on Thursday night. Norman Powell was the standout performer, pouring in 36 points, while Bam Adebayo contributed 15 points and 14 rebounds. The Heat established a significant lead in the third quarter, going up by as many as 22 points.
Despite trailing by 11 points with two minutes remaining, the Pistons staged a dramatic comeback, narrowing the deficit to two points in the final minute. However, crucial turnovers and missed opportunities allowed the Heat to regain control. Jaime Jaquez Jr. hit a key jumper, and Powell sealed the victory with free throws.
For the Pistons, Cade Cunningham led the charge with 31 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds, supported by Marcus Sasser's 18 points. Detroit struggled with offensive rebounding in the first half, a critical area where they typically excel, contributing to their deficit.
