Charlotte Hornets turn 32 assists into a 40-point fourth quarter against the Miami Heat at Spectrum Center

The Charlotte Hornets moved to 35-34 and the the Miami Heat fell to 38-31 as the Hornets posted a 136-106 Charlotte Hornets full-time result at Spectrum Center at 7:00 PM EDT.

First quarter

The Charlotte Hornets opened with a 26-24 edge while the Heat put up 24 in the period.

The Hornets forced early mistakes with 11 steals in the game, and Miami finished with 15 turnovers.

Second quarter

The Hornets matched the Heat at 33-33 in the quarter while keeping the ball moving toward 32 assists for the night.

Miami stayed attached behind 27 made free throws on 79 percent, and the Heat generated 56 points in the paint for the game.

Third quarter

The Hornets took control with a 37-31 third quarter, stretching separation that reflected a 30-point biggest lead in team data.

Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat key moments included Buzz City converting 17 three-pointers on 40 percent while Miami hit 7 threes on 19 percent.

Fourth quarter

The Hornets closed with 40-18 in the fourth quarter, and the Heat managed 18 in the period as the gap widened at the finish.

Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat recap: LaMelo Ball delivered 30 points and 13 assists, and the Hornets’ offense finished at 53 percent from the field.

Coby White added 24 points, and Moussa Diabaté posted 13 rebounds as the Hive finished with 56 total rebounds.

Miami’s bench produced 44 points and Charlotte’s bench answered with 46, and the Hornets also logged 62 points in the paint on 65 percent.

Postgame notes and what is next

The Charlotte Hornets coach post-game reaction came with the numbers pointing to a 124 offensive rating and a 99 defensive rating in the team box score.

The Hornets are set for a 7:00 PM EDT broadcast on 03/19/2026 against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, with viewing on FDSSE, FDSFL, and NBA TV.

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