Cavaliers clinch playoff spot, defeat Heat 112-107

In a tightly contested matchup, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Miami Heat 112-107, becoming the first team to clinch a playoff berth this season. Despite being severely shorthanded without key players like Tyler Herro and Andrew Wiggins, the Heat fought back to lead 107-106 late in the game, but failed to score again as Cleveland closed out with a 12-2 run. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 26 points, while Bam Adebayo had a standout performance for Miami with 34 points and 12 rebounds. The game featured sloppiness from both teams, particularly in the final minutes, with the Cavaliers struggling with turnovers. Miami's Kevin Love received a warm welcome in his return to Cleveland, where he was honored with a video tribute. The Cavaliers will next face the Charlotte Hornets, while the Heat prepare to host the Minnesota Timberwolves.