Tyler Herro drills 8 treys as Heat snap Hornets' win streak

Miami's sharpshooter leads the way in close victory over Charlotte

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Tyler Herro scored 33 points, including 8 three-pointers, as the Miami Heat edged out the Charlotte Hornets 128-120 on Friday night, snapping the Hornets' six-game winning streak. Bam Adebayo added 24 points and 12 rebounds for the Heat, who won their fourth game in a row. The Hornets were led by Kon Knueppel's 27 points and 6 three-pointers, but couldn't overcome 13 turnovers.

Why it matters

This was a matchup between two of the NBA's hottest teams, with the Hornets riding a six-game winning streak and the Heat winners of 7 of their last 9. The game showcased the offensive firepower of both squads, with each team hitting 18+ three-pointers, but Miami was able to make the key plays down the stretch to snap Charlotte's impressive run.

The details

Tyler Herro was the star of the night, drilling 8-of-10 three-pointers on his way to 33 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Bam Adebayo added a double-double for the Heat, while the Hornets got big games from Kon Knueppel (27 points, 6 threes), Brandon Miller (22 points) and LaMelo Ball (21 points, 5 threes). But Charlotte couldn't overcome 13 turnovers, allowing Miami to rally from a late 108-106 deficit with a 12-2 run to seal the victory.

  • The game was played on Friday, March 7, 2026.

The players

Tyler Herro

A 24-year-old shooting guard for the Miami Heat who had a standout performance, scoring 33 points and hitting 8 three-pointers.

Bam Adebayo

A 25-year-old power forward/center for the Miami Heat who recorded a double-double with 24 points and 12 rebounds.

Kon Knueppel

A 22-year-old shooting guard for the Charlotte Hornets who led his team with 27 points, including 6 three-pointers.

LaMelo Ball

A 22-year-old point guard for the Charlotte Hornets who scored 21 points and made 5 three-pointers.

Brandon Miller

A 23-year-old small forward for the Charlotte Hornets who contributed 22 points and 13 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“Tyler Herro was unconscious from three tonight. He really carried us to this win.”

— Erik Spoelstra, Head Coach, Miami Heat (Miami Herald)

“We just couldn't get enough stops down the stretch. Herro and Adebayo made the plays when it mattered most.”

— Steve Clifford, Head Coach, Charlotte Hornets (Charlotte Observer)

What’s next

The Heat will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, March 9th. The Hornets will try to bounce back on the road against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday, March 10th.

The takeaway

This game showcased the offensive firepower of two of the NBA's top teams, with the Heat's sharpshooting and balanced attack ultimately proving too much for the Hornets' six-game winning streak. It was a high-intensity matchup that highlighted the depth and talent of both rosters.