Summary
The Miami Heat lost a crucial NBA play-in game to the Charlotte Hornets 127-126, ending their season. During the game, Heat player Bam Adebayo was injured after Hornets' LaMelo Ball appeared to trip him, but no foul was called.
Key Facts
- The Miami Heat were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing to the Charlotte Hornets in a play-in game.
- LaMelo Ball of the Hornets seemingly swiped at Bam Adebayo's leg, causing Adebayo to fall and get injured.
- No foul was called on the play because the referees could not review it after a change of possession.
- Adebayo left the game with a lower back injury and did not return.
- Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra described the trip as dangerous and said Ball should have been penalized or ejected.
- Despite losing their star player, the Heat played hard and nearly won the game in overtime.
- The Hornets will advance to face another rival for a spot in the NBA playoffs.
- The Heat’s season is now officially over following this loss.
