Miami Heat Defeat Charlotte Hornets 114-106

The Miami Heat secured a 114-106 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in their second game of the NBA season, with Jimmy Butler leading the charge by scoring 26 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter. This win marked a strong comeback for Butler after a disappointing opener against the Orlando Magic, where he only contributed three points. Tyler Herro supported Butler with 22 points, while Bam Adebayo added a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds. The Hornets' LaMelo Ball shone with 27 points, but the team struggled with 20 turnovers, significantly impacting their performance. The Heat capitalized on the Hornets' fatigue and missing players, including Brandon Miller, to pull off the win. Both teams will look to improve their records in their upcoming games, with Miami hosting Detroit and Charlotte facing Toronto next.