{"id":20264,"date":"2026-04-16T12:10:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T12:10:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/?p=20264"},"modified":"2026-04-16T12:10:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T12:10:57","slug":"heat-vs-hornets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/","title":{"rendered":"Heat vs Hornets: A Look at Their Exciting NBA Matchup"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Heat vs Hornets games always bring energy to the court. These two teams from the Eastern Conference have a fun rivalry that fans love to watch. Both sides play hard and show great skill every time they meet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">        <div class=\"iprovpn_btn_cta_row\">\n    \t<a class=\"btn_cta\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\" title=\"Get iProVPN Now\">Get iProVPN NOW <i class=\"fas fa-long-arrow-alt-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n    \t<\/div>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" 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Latest Match Between Heat and Hornets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Moments_That_Decided_the_Game\" >Moments That Decided the Game<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Standout_Player_Performances_in_the_Latest_Heat_vs_Hornets_Game\" >Standout Player Performances in the Latest Heat vs Hornets Game<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Season_Records_and_How_the_Teams_Reached_This_Point\" >Season Records and How the Teams Reached This Point<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Head-to-Head_Record_This_Season\" >Head-to-Head Record This Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Team_Stats_Comparison_for_2025_2026_Season\" >Team Stats Comparison for 2025 2026 Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Why_Fans_Love_the_Heat_vs_Hornets_Rivalry\" >Why Fans Love the Heat vs Hornets Rivalry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#When_was_the_latest_Heat_vs_Hornets_game_and_who_won\" >When was the latest Heat vs Hornets game, and who won?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#What_were_the_top_scorers_in_the_April_14_game\" >What were the top scorers in the April 14 game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#How_did_the_teams_do_in_the_regular_season_series\" >How did the teams do in the regular season series?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#What_are_the_2025_2026_season_records_for_both_teams\" >What are the 2025 2026 season records for both teams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Who_had_the_best_rebounding_game_in_the_latest_matchup\" >Who had the best rebounding game in the latest matchup?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Will_the_Heat_vs_Hornets_rivalry_continue_next_season\" >Will the Heat vs Hornets rivalry continue next season?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/heat-vs-hornets\/#Start_Browsing_Privately\" >Start Browsing Privately!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Latest_Match_Between_Heat_and_Hornets\"><\/span>The Latest Match Between Heat and Hornets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The most recent Heat vs Hornets game took place on April 14, 2026. It was part of the NBA Play-In Tournament. The Charlotte Hornets faced the Miami Heat at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. The final score after overtime was Hornets 127, Heat 126. The Hornets won in a very close and exciting finish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The game went to overtime after a wild fourth quarter. LaMelo Ball hit a layup with just 4.7 seconds left in overtime to give his team the lead. Then Miles Bridges blocked a last-second layup attempt by Davion Mitchell at the buzzer. That play sealed the win for the Hornets and sent the Heat home for the season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here is how the quarters went:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Quarter<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Heat Score<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Hornets Score<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">24<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">26<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">30<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">26<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">29<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">37<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">31<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">25<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">OT<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">12<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">13<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Total<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">126<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">127<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Hornets shot 50 out of 113 from the field for 44 percent. They made 18 threes out of 56 tries. The Heat shot better overall at 49 out of 103 for 47 percent and hit 16 threes out of 41. Both teams played tough defense, but the Hornets found a way to make the big plays when it counted.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moments_That_Decided_the_Game\"><\/span>Moments That Decided the Game<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Early in the game, the Hornets jumped out to a small lead. The Heat fought back in the second quarter and took control for a bit. Bam Adebayo left the game early with a lower back injury after a trip in the second quarter. That hurt the Heat a lot because he is their strong center.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In the third quarter the Hornets went on a run and built a lead. The Heat answered in the fourth with strong play from Tyler Herro and Andrew Wiggins. The score was tied late in regulation. Coby White hit a big three-pointer for the Hornets to force overtime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Overtime was full of drama. The lead changed hands a few times. Ball stepped up and made the winning basket. Bridges showed great defense on the final play. Fans called it one of the best endings in play in history.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standout_Player_Performances_in_the_Latest_Heat_vs_Hornets_Game\"><\/span>Standout Player Performances in the Latest Heat vs Hornets Game<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 30 points and 10 assists. He also grabbed 5 rebounds. His speed and passing made a big difference. Miles Bridges added 28 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks. He was strong on both ends of the court. Brandon Miller scored 23 points and had 5 assists. Coby White came off the bench and dropped 19 points, including the key three-pointer in the fourth quarter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For the Heat, Davion Mitchell had a big night with 28 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists. Andrew Wiggins scored 27 points and pulled down 7 rebounds. Tyler Herro finished with 23 points, 3 rebounds, and 6 assists. Jaime Jaquez Jr helped with 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 8 assists. Kel&#8217;el Ware was huge on the boards with 19 rebounds and added 5 blocks, even though the team lost.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bam Adebayo played only 11 minutes before the injury and scored 6 points. His absence changed the Heat&#8217;s game plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Season_Records_and_How_the_Teams_Reached_This_Point\"><\/span>Season Records and How the Teams Reached This Point<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before the play in game, the Miami Heat finished the regular season with a 43 39 record. They placed 10th in the Eastern Conference. The Charlotte Hornets ended at 44 38 and took 9th in the East. Both teams showed they could compete, but the Hornets had a slightly better record at home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Heat played fast and scored a lot during the year. They averaged about 121 points per game. The Hornets played smart defense and scored around 116 points per game. They had a nice nine-game winning streak earlier in the season, which helped their playoff chances.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Head-to-Head_Record_This_Season\"><\/span>Head-to-Head Record This Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In the regular season, the Heat vs Hornets matchup went in favor of Miami. The Heat won the season series three games to one. Here are the results:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">October 28 2025, Heat won 144 to 117<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">November 7 2025, Heat won 126 to 108<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March 6 2026, Heat won 128 to 120<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March 17 2026, the Hornets won 136 to 106<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Hornets won the last regular-season meeting by a big margin. That gave them confidence going into the play-in. Overall, in recent years, the Heat have had the edge, but this season showed the Hornets can beat them on a good night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Team_Stats_Comparison_for_2025_2026_Season\"><\/span>Team Stats Comparison for 2025 2026 Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here is a simple table to compare the two teams main numbers from the regular season:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Stat Category<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Miami Heat<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Charlotte Hornets<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wins Losses<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">43 39<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">44 38<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Points Per Game<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">120.9<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">116.0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Opponent Points Per Game<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">118.5<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">111.2<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rebounds Per Game<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">42.0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">46.1<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Assists Per Game<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">26.0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">26.3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Field Goal Percentage<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">47 percent<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">46 percent<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Three Point Percentage<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">38 percent<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">38 percent<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Hornets were better at defense and rebounding. The Heat scored more points but gave up more, too. These numbers show why the games between them are always close and fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Fans_Love_the_Heat_vs_Hornets_Rivalry\"><\/span>Why Fans Love the Heat vs Hornets Rivalry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Heat vs Hornets games stand out because of the different styles. Miami likes to push the pace and use smart team plays. Charlotte relies on young talent like Ball and quick scoring runs. Every meeting feels like a battle of experience against fresh energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In the play in-game, we saw both sides at their best. The Hornets advanced to play for the eighth seed. The Heat season ended, but they showed heart until the final second. This matchup reminds fans why the NBA is so exciting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The players also bring extra spark. Stars on both teams play with passion and make big moments happen. Even when one team leads, the other can come back fast. That keeps the crowd on its feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<div class=\"blog_faq\">\n                <div class=\"faq\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq_title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_the_latest_Heat_vs_Hornets_game_and_who_won\"><\/span>When was the latest Heat vs Hornets game, and who won?  <i class=\"fa fa-plus\"><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> \n                        <div class=\"faq_description\">\n                <p>The latest game was on April 14, 2026, in the play-in tournament. The Hornets won 127 to 126 in overtime.\r\n<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"faq\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq_title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_were_the_top_scorers_in_the_April_14_game\"><\/span>What were the top scorers in the April 14 game?  <i class=\"fa fa-plus\"><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> \n                        <div class=\"faq_description\">\n                <p>LaMelo Ball scored 30 points for the Hornets. Davion Mitchell led the Heat with 28 points. Miles Bridges had 28 for Charlotte, and Andrew Wiggins had 27 for Miami.\r\n<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"faq\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq_title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_the_teams_do_in_the_regular_season_series\"><\/span>How did the teams do in the regular season series?  <i class=\"fa fa-plus\"><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> \n                        <div class=\"faq_description\">\n                <p>The Heat won three out of four regular-season games against the Hornets. The only loss for Miami came on March 17 when Charlotte won big, 136 to 106.\r\n<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"faq\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq_title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_2025_2026_season_records_for_both_teams\"><\/span>What are the 2025 2026 season records for both teams?  <i class=\"fa fa-plus\"><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> \n                        <div class=\"faq_description\">\n                <p>The Heat finished 43 39. The Hornets finished 44 38. Both made the play in, but only Charlotte kept playing after the April 14 game.\r\n<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"faq\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq_title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_had_the_best_rebounding_game_in_the_latest_matchup\"><\/span>Who had the best rebounding game in the latest matchup?  <i class=\"fa fa-plus\"><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> \n                        <div class=\"faq_description\">\n                <p>Kel'el Ware grabbed 19 rebounds for the Heat. Moussa Diabate had 14 rebounds for the Hornets. Ware also blocked five shots.\r\n<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            \n                <div class=\"faq\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq_title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_the_Heat_vs_Hornets_rivalry_continue_next_season\"><\/span>Will the Heat vs Hornets rivalry continue next season?  <i class=\"fa fa-plus\"><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> \n                        <div class=\"faq_description\">\n                <p>Yes, the rivalry will keep going. Both teams have young and veteran players who will improve. Fans can expect more close games and big moments in future seasons.\r\n<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <\/div>\n\n\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Heat vs Hornets matchup on April 14, 2026, gave fans a game they will remember for a long time. From the back-and-forth scoring to the dramatic overtime finish, it showed why basketball is great. 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