Published Mar 22, 3:41pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 22, 3:41pm ET
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Updated Mar 22, 3:41pm ET
One of the games on Monday's NBA slate features the Miami Heat hosting the San Antonio Spurs. Who has the edge in our Heat vs Spurs pick?
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| Miami Heat | +6.5 (-111) |
| San Antonio Spurs | -6.5 (-111) |
Following a seven-game win streak, Miami has cooled off considerably, dropping each of its last four games. This includes a 123-122 loss to the Houston Rockets.
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The Heat held a nine-point advantage through three quarters, but the game was far from over. With Miami leading by one, Houston's Amen Thompson converted a tip-in at the buzzer, enabling the host team to pull off a dramatic come-from-behind win.
Bam Adebayo put together a solid performance. He scored 32 points and collected 21 rebounds. Tyler Herro registered 25 points, six rebounds, and four assists.
After suffering a five-point loss against Denver, the Spurs have responded with five consecutive victories. This stretch includes a 134-119 victory against the Indiana Pacers.
San Antonio raced out to an early 13-point lead after the first quarter, and Indiana never mounted a serious threat the rest of the way.
Six players reached double figures for the Spurs. Dylan Harper and Keldon Johnson tied for team-high scoring honors, each finishing with 24 points each. Victor Wembanyama contributed 20 points, eight rebounds, and six assists.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Heat have won five of the previous six meetings in this series. However, San Antonio is 9-1 in its last 10 road games, is a top-five offensive team, and has the third-best defensive rating in the association.
Pick: San Antonio Spurs
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San Antonio Spurs
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