Miami Heat vs Knicks Match Player Stats

The miami heat vs knicks match player stats from the November 14, 2025 NBA Cup Group Play meeting tell a much more interesting story than the final score alone. New York defeated Miami 140-132 at Madison Square Garden, but the game was shaped by several individual performances, including Karl-Anthony Towns’ 39-point outing, Landry Shamet’s career-high 36 points, Norman Powell’s 38 points for Miami, and Josh Hart’s triple-double. The official NBA record lists the game as November 14, 2025, although the game information also shows November 15 in UTC-based scheduling data.

The matchup was part of the Emirates NBA Cup East Group C schedule. New York improved to 8-4 overall, while Miami fell to 7-6. The Knicks also continued their strong home form, with the game played before 19,812 fans at Madison Square Garden.

There is an important data correction worth making before looking at the numbers. The supplied dataset identifies Jordan Clarkson as New York’s 36-point scorer. The official NBA box score and game report instead credit Landry Shamet with 36 points on 12-of-19 shooting, while Clarkson scored 24 points according to the official NBA game report. The supplied dataset also lists 140-132, which is correct. Because accurate player statistics matter, this article uses the official NBA record where it conflicts with the supplied figures.

Miami Heat vs Knicks Match Player Stats

The headline numbers immediately explain why this was such a high-scoring contest.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Miami Heat	35	33	36	28	132
New York Knicks	32	46	32	30	140

Miami actually started better. The Heat led 35-32 after the opening quarter and scored 36 points in the third. New York, however, produced the decisive separation in the second quarter, outscoring Miami 46-33.

That second-quarter swing was the turning point.

New York went into halftime with a 78-68 lead. Miami repeatedly threatened to close the gap, including getting within two points at 104-102 in the third quarter, but the Knicks answered every major push. A 10-0 New York run early in the fourth quarter helped create enough separation to protect the lead.

The official team numbers were remarkably close in some categories:

Category	Miami	New York
Field Goals	44-95	48-104
FG Percentage	46.3%	46.2%
3-Pointers	19-44	21-53
3PT Percentage	43.2%	39.6%
Free Throws	25-34	23-29
Rebounds	46	51
Assists	30	32
Turnovers	11	8
Steals	4	9
Blocks	5	2
Offensive Rebounds	15	20
Defensive Rebounds	31	31

The striking point is that Miami did not lose because it shot poorly. Both teams shot about 46% from the field. Miami actually made its three-point attempts at a higher rate, converting 43.2% compared with New York’s 39.6%.

The Knicks won through volume, offensive rebounding, ball security, and a massive second quarter.

How the Game Was Decided

A box score can tell you who scored, but it does not always tell you why a game changed direction. This matchup provides a good example.

Miami’s fast start

The Heat opened the game aggressively and scored the first seven points. Miami eventually built its early advantage around perimeter shooting and Norman Powell’s shot creation.

The Heat made six of their first nine three-point attempts, according to Miami’s official postgame analysis. That early shooting helped Miami establish a 35-32 first-quarter lead.

Yet the lead was not as secure as the shooting percentage suggested.

New York stayed attached through offensive rebounding and second-chance opportunities. Mitchell Robinson’s work on the glass helped keep the Knicks within striking distance before Towns took control.

New York’s explosive second quarter

The second period was the biggest statistical difference between the teams.

New York scored 46 points in the quarter. Towns became increasingly difficult to defend as he combined post-up opportunities with aggressive three-point shooting.

The Knicks went from trailing 62-61 to establishing a substantial halftime advantage. Towns connected on consecutive three-pointers and then added free throws as New York took control.

This was not simply a case of one player getting hot.

The Knicks generated additional possessions through offensive rebounds and protected the ball better than Miami. They finished the game with only eight turnovers compared with Miami’s 11.

Three extra possessions may sound minor, but in a game decided by eight points, small possession advantages matter.

Miami’s third-quarter response

The Heat did not collapse.

Miami scored 36 points in the third quarter and repeatedly challenged the Knicks. The score reached 104-102, giving the Heat a legitimate opportunity to regain control.

That response is important when evaluating the game. The final eight-point margin does not accurately describe how competitive the contest was for much of the night.

New York entered the fourth quarter ahead 110-104, and the Knicks then produced the decisive stretch.

The fourth-quarter separation

Miami opened the fourth with a Jaquez Jr. layup, but New York answered with a 10-0 run.

That sequence pushed the Knicks ahead and changed the nature of the game. Rather than exchanging baskets in a one-possession contest, Miami was forced to chase the score.

New York eventually led 125-110 after Shamet hit a three-pointer with 6:55 remaining. Miami continued fighting and reduced the margin, but the Knicks maintained enough control to finish the 140-132 victory.

Karl-Anthony Towns Dominates for New York

Karl-Anthony Towns was the most important player in the game.

His official line was:

39 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists, 13-of-26 shooting, 6-of-14 from three, and 7-of-9 from the free-throw line.

That is a remarkable scoring performance, particularly because Towns was not simply attacking one area of the floor.

He created problems in several ways.

Towns’ perimeter shooting changed Miami’s defensive choices

A traditional center can often be defended by keeping the big man near the paint. Towns makes that strategy difficult.

His six made three-pointers forced Miami’s interior defenders to respect him away from the basket. That created more space for New York’s other players.

Miami’s official postgame analysis specifically highlighted how Towns alternated between posting up smaller defenders and pulling the defense outward with his three-point shooting.

That combination was central to the Knicks’ offensive success.

Towns controlled the glass too

Scoring 39 points would have been enough to headline the game, but Towns also collected 11 rebounds.

New York finished with 51 total rebounds and 20 offensive rebounds. Those extra possessions made it harder for Miami to turn its efficient shooting into a lead.

Towns therefore influenced the game beyond his scoring total.

Norman Powell Leads Miami’s Offensive Response

Norman Powell was Miami’s most dangerous scorer.

His official stat line:

38 points, 5 rebounds, 12-of-22 shooting, 8-of-15 from three, and 6-of-7 from the free-throw line.

Powell’s 38 points came on only 22 field-goal attempts, which is an important efficiency detail.

He shot 54.5% from the field and 53.3% from three. The eight made three-pointers were particularly significant because Miami needed high-level perimeter production to keep pace with New York.

Miami’s official postgame analysis described Powell’s performance as pure shotmaking and noted a stretch in which he scored 12 points in a short period through three-pointers, driving, and an and-one.

Why Powell’s performance was not enough

The problem for Miami was not Powell.

The problem was that New York produced more answers.

Towns scored 39, Shamet added 36, and Hart supplied a triple-double. Miami had Powell’s 38, Jaquez’s 23, and several useful contributions, but the Knicks had greater scoring depth during the most important stretches.

This is one of the clearest lessons from the game: a huge individual scoring performance does not guarantee a win when the opponent has multiple reliable creators.

Landry Shamet’s Career Night

One of the most important corrections to the supplied data concerns Landry Shamet.

The official NBA report credits Shamet with a career-high 36 points on 12-of-19 shooting. He also scored efficiently from three-point range and repeatedly created problems for Miami during the second half.

This matters because attributing those 36 points to Jordan Clarkson significantly changes the interpretation of the Knicks’ performance.

Shamet’s scoring came off the bench and gave New York an unexpected offensive advantage.

The Knicks were already getting a huge game from Towns. Adding a career-high scoring performance from a reserve made Miami’s defensive problem much harder to solve.

Bench scoring became a major factor

Miami’s bench had productive players too, particularly Jaquez Jr., but New York’s second-unit scoring was more decisive.

Shamet’s ability to score off the dribble and get to the basket gave the Knicks another source of offense when Miami concentrated defensive attention on Towns.

This is one of the strongest examples in the game of why player statistics should be examined in context rather than as isolated totals.

Josh Hart Records a Triple-Double

Josh Hart delivered one of the most complete performances of the night.

His official line was:

12 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists, 5-of-8 shooting.

The supplied data lists 11 rebounds, but the official NBA game report and box score credit Hart with 12.

The triple-double was valuable because Hart affected several areas of the game without needing a high scoring total.

• His rebounding helped New York control possession.
• His passing helped connect the offense.
• His efficient 5-of-8 shooting meant Miami could not simply ignore him.

In a game where Towns and Shamet supplied the explosive scoring, Hart provided the connective work.

That balance is a major reason the Knicks were able to reach 140 points.

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Gives Miami a Complete Performance

Jaime Jaquez Jr. was one of Miami’s most versatile players.

His line was:

23 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists, 9-of-20 shooting, 1-of-2 from three, and 4-of-8 from the free-throw line.

The seven assists stand out.

Miami needed more than scoring from Jaquez because the Knicks were forcing the Heat to make quick offensive decisions. Jaquez’s ability to contribute as a scorer, rebounder, and passer gave Miami another multi-dimensional option.

He also helped keep Miami competitive during stretches when Powell was receiving significant defensive attention.

His nine rebounds were equally useful in a game where New York finished with a five-rebound advantage.

Kel’el Ware’s Double-Double

Kel’el Ware posted:

15 points and 10 rebounds, along with one assist, on 5-of-8 shooting.

Ware was particularly important on the boards.

Miami needed interior production because New York finished with 20 offensive rebounds. Ware’s 10 rebounds helped, but the Heat still could not fully control the glass.

The matchup also illustrates how difficult it was for Miami to deal with Towns and New York’s frontcourt spacing.

Davion Mitchell’s Playmaking

Davion Mitchell recorded:

11 points, 4 rebounds, 11 assists, and 3-of-6 shooting.

The 11 assists are arguably one of the most underrated numbers in Miami’s box score.

Mitchell was responsible for creating opportunities for teammates while also providing some scoring of his own.

Miami finished with 30 assists, only two fewer than New York’s 32.

That means the Heat’s offensive ball movement was not the central reason for the defeat.

The bigger issue was what happened after those possessions were created.

New York generated more offensive rebounds, committed fewer turnovers, and produced more defensive events through nine steals compared with Miami’s four.

Other Important Miami Performances

Andrew Wiggins

Wiggins finished with:

15 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists.

His shooting was less efficient than Powell’s, particularly from three-point range, but his seven rebounds provided useful support.

Pelle Larsson

Larsson scored 14 points, shooting 4-of-8 from the field and 3-of-6 from three-point range.

His perimeter shooting helped Miami maintain offensive spacing.

Simone Fontecchio

Fontecchio contributed 9 points, making 3-of-7 three-point attempts.

That gave Miami another floor-spacing option, although his overall impact was smaller than Powell’s.

Nikola Jovic

Jovic finished with 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists.

His limited scoring output meant Miami relied more heavily on its leading offensive contributors.

Dru Smith

Smith scored 4 points and added 2 rebounds and 2 assists.

His contribution was modest, but Miami continued to receive some useful secondary production.

New York’s Supporting Cast

Mikal Bridges

Bridges recorded:

15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists.

His 6-of-21 shooting was inefficient, but his all-around contributions still helped New York.

This is another reminder that scoring efficiency alone cannot define a player’s total impact.

Miles McBride

McBride produced:

9 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists.

His role was particularly important because Jalen Brunson missed the game with an ankle injury. The Knicks still managed to maintain their offensive structure without their primary star.

Mitchell Robinson

Robinson did not score, finishing 0-of-2 from the field, but he collected 10 rebounds and 2 assists.

His offensive rebounding work was important in keeping New York competitive during Miami’s early success.

Guerschon Yabusele

Yabusele scored 3 points, making his only field-goal attempt, a three-pointer.

His scoring contribution was limited, but he provided another option in New York’s rotation.

Miami Heat Team Statistics vs Knicks

Miami’s final team totals show a highly efficient offense that still came up short.

The Heat shot 44-of-95 from the field, 19-of-44 from three, and 25-of-34 at the free-throw line.

That produced a 46.3% field-goal percentage and a strong 43.2% three-point percentage.

Miami also recorded:

• 46 rebounds
• 30 assists
• 11 turnovers
• 4 steals
• 5 blocks
• 15 offensive rebounds
• 31 defensive rebounds

Those numbers are not typical of a team that gets blown out.

Miami stayed within reach because the offense was productive and the ball moved effectively.

The issue was that New York’s offense was even more productive.

New York Knicks Team Statistics vs Heat

New York shot 48-of-104 from the field and 21-of-53 from three.

The Knicks were less accurate from three than Miami, but they attempted nine more three-pointers.

That volume mattered.

New York also made 23-of-29 free throws, compared with Miami’s 25-of-34.

The Knicks finished with:

• 51 rebounds
• 32 assists
• 8 turnovers
• 9 steals
• 2 blocks
• 20 offensive rebounds
• 31 defensive rebounds

The eight-turnover figure is particularly important.

New York generated a high-volume offense while still limiting wasted possessions.

The Rebounding Battle Was More Important Than It Looks

New York’s 51-46 rebounding advantage may look modest, but the offensive-rebound difference was much larger.

The Knicks collected 20 offensive rebounds.

Miami collected 15.

Those five extra offensive rebounds represented additional possessions for a team already scoring at an extraordinary rate.

In a 140-132 game, that kind of possession advantage can be decisive.

The Knicks also scored 50 points in the paint compared with Miami’s 48, while New York generated 75 bench points compared with Miami’s 39.

The bench scoring difference is especially significant.

Why the Knicks Won Despite Miami’s Better Three-Point Percentage

At first glance, this result may seem surprising.

Miami shot 43.2% from three.

New York shot 39.6%.

Miami also had Powell scoring 38 points.

So why did New York win?

The answer is that three-point percentage was only one part of the possession equation.

New York attempted 53 threes compared with Miami’s 44.

The Knicks also had five more offensive rebounds and three fewer turnovers.

They made 48 field goals compared with Miami’s 44.

They recorded nine steals compared with four.

Those additional possessions and scoring opportunities helped offset Miami’s better three-point accuracy.

This is an important analytical lesson when studying NBA player statistics. A team can shoot better from one area and still lose if the opponent creates more total opportunities.

The Second Quarter Was the Turning Point

If one quarter deserves the most attention, it is the second.

Miami scored 33.

New York scored 46.

That 13-point difference became the foundation of the final result.

The rest of the game was relatively close:

• First quarter: Miami +3
• Second quarter: New York +13
• Third quarter: Miami +4
• Fourth quarter: New York +2

New York’s second-quarter explosion was therefore the main separator.

The Knicks did not dominate every period.

They won the game by producing one overwhelming offensive stretch and then protecting the advantage.

Shotmaking Versus Possession Creation

The game also provides a useful contrast between two offensive approaches.

Miami’s offense relied heavily on high-level shotmaking.

Powell’s eight three-pointers were the clearest example.

New York combined shotmaking with possession creation.

The Knicks attacked the offensive glass, forced four more turnovers than Miami, and generated more total attempts.

This distinction explains why the Knicks could survive Miami’s excellent three-point shooting.

The Importance of Context in Player Stats

Raw totals can sometimes be misleading.

For example, Bridges scored 15 points on 6-of-21 shooting. Looking only at his scoring efficiency would suggest a poor offensive night.

But he also had five rebounds and five assists.

Similarly, Mitchell Robinson scored zero points but grabbed 10 rebounds.

Hart scored only 12 points but recorded a triple-double.

Mitchell scored 11 points but had 11 assists.

These examples show why serious game analysis should not treat points as the only meaningful statistic.

A useful player evaluation should consider scoring, efficiency, rebounding, playmaking, turnovers, defensive events, role, and game situation.

What the Player Statistics Reveal About Miami

The Heat’s numbers reveal three major strengths.

1. Elite perimeter shotmaking

Miami made 19 three-pointers.

Powell alone made eight.

That level of shooting kept the Heat within striking distance despite New York’s offensive explosion.

2. Multiple creators

Powell scored 38.

Jaquez scored 23.

Mitchell had 11 assists.

Miami was not dependent on one offensive action.

3. Competitive resilience

The Heat repeatedly responded to New York’s runs.

Miami entered the fourth quarter down only six after scoring 36 points in the third.

The eventual eight-point defeat therefore says less about Miami being overwhelmed and more about New York executing better during critical moments.

What the Player Statistics Reveal About New York

The Knicks showed a different kind of offensive depth.

1. Towns was the central scorer

His 39 points created the primary matchup problem.

2. Shamet provided an unexpected scoring explosion

His 36 points transformed the game.

3. Hart supplied a triple-double

His 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists filled several statistical gaps.

4. The bench was decisive

New York scored 75 bench points compared with Miami’s 39.

That is arguably the most important team statistic after the second-quarter scoring.

Injury Context Matters

The game was played without several major names.

Jalen Brunson missed the game because of a sprained right ankle suffered against Orlando. OG Anunoby played only briefly before leaving with a hamstring strain. Miami was also missing important players, including Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro.

This context changes how the box score should be interpreted.

Shamet’s 36 points, Mitchell’s 11 assists, and Jaquez’s 23 points all became more important because of the available lineups.

A player’s production is often influenced by opportunity. When a primary scorer is absent, another player’s usage and responsibilities can rise sharply.

What Happened in the Previous and Next Meetings?

The teams were scheduled to meet several times during this period.

The official NBA record identifies the November 14 contest as the 140-132 Knicks victory.

The teams then met again in Miami on November 17, where the Heat won 115-113. That game gave Miami the immediate response it wanted after the high-scoring loss in New York.

This sequence is useful because it shows how quickly an NBA matchup can change.

The first game was dominated by explosive scoring.

The rematch was decided by a much narrower margin.

That is why one game should not automatically be treated as a complete measure of team strength.

How to Read This Box Score Like an Analyst

If you are researching miami heat vs knicks match player stats, start with the obvious numbers, but do not stop there.

A useful process is:

Step 1: Identify the top scorers

Towns led New York with 39.

Powell led Miami with 38.

Shamet added 36 for New York.

These players drove the scoring environment.

Step 2: Find the possession creators

Hart had 10 assists.

Mitchell had 11 assists.

Jaquez had 7 assists.

These numbers identify who was creating opportunities rather than merely finishing them.

Step 3: Examine the glass

New York had 51 rebounds and 20 offensive rebounds.

Miami had 46 rebounds and 15 offensive rebounds.

The difference shows how New York created extra possessions.

Step 4: Check turnovers

New York committed eight.

Miami committed 11.

That three-turnover advantage was small but meaningful.

Step 5: Compare efficiency with volume

Miami shot 43.2% from three.

New York shot 39.6%.

But New York attempted nine more threes.

That is why percentage alone does not explain the outcome.

Step 6: Look at quarter-by-quarter performance

The second quarter immediately stands out.

New York’s 46-point period created the advantage that Miami could not fully erase.

Data Accuracy Notes

There are several discrepancies between the supplied dataset and the official NBA record.

The official NBA page identifies the game as November 14, 2025, rather than November 15 in the local game listing. The NBA’s game information also displays November 15 in its game-info section because of the timestamp representation.

More importantly, the supplied dataset credits Jordan Clarkson with 36 points. The official NBA record credits Landry Shamet with 36 points. The official game report says Shamet’s 36 points were a career high.

The supplied dataset also gives Josh Hart 11 rebounds, while the official NBA record credits him with 12 rebounds and a triple-double.

These corrections matter for anyone publishing statistics online. A small attribution error can make an otherwise strong sports article unreliable.

For primary-source verification, the official NBA game record is the most appropriate reference point. official NBA game box score

Frequently Asked Questions

Who led the Knicks in scoring against the Heat?

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 39 points. He also recorded 11 rebounds and 4 assists.

Who scored the most points for Miami?

Norman Powell led Miami with 38 points, along with 5 rebounds. He shot 12-of-22 from the field and made 8-of-15 three-pointers.

Who had a triple-double for the Knicks?

Josh Hart recorded a triple-double with 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Did Landry Shamet score 36 points?

Yes. Shamet scored a career-high 36 points on 12-of-19 shooting. This corrects the supplied dataset, which incorrectly attributes the 36 points to Jordan Clarkson.

What was the final score?

The New York Knicks defeated the Miami Heat 140-132 at Madison Square Garden.

Which team had more rebounds?

New York finished with 51 rebounds compared with Miami’s 46. The Knicks also had a 20-15 advantage in offensive rebounds.

Conclusion

The miami heat vs knicks match player stats from this NBA Cup meeting show a game decided by more than scoring totals.

Miami received an outstanding 38-point performance from Norman Powell, 23 points and seven assists from Jaime Jaquez Jr., a 15-point, 10-rebound double-double from Kel’el Ware, and 11 assists from Davion Mitchell.

New York answered with Karl-Anthony Towns’ 39 points and 11 rebounds, Landry Shamet’s career-high 36 points, and Josh Hart’s 12-point, 12-rebound, 10-assist triple-double.

The biggest team-level differences were just as important. New York won the rebounding battle 51-46, collected 20 offensive rebounds, committed only eight turnovers, and scored 75 bench points. Miami shot the three better, but New York created more opportunities and converted those opportunities at the most important moments.

The second quarter ultimately defined the contest. Miami led after the first period, but New York exploded for 46 points before halftime. The Heat fought back in the third and repeatedly threatened to make the game close, yet the Knicks’ fourth-quarter response preserved the eight-point victory.

For anyone studying individual performance, the most useful takeaway is that the box score needs context. Powell’s scoring efficiency, Towns’ inside-outside pressure, Hart’s rebounding and passing, Mitchell’s playmaking, and New York’s offensive rebounding all contributed to the result.

The game was therefore not simply a contest between Towns and Powell. It was a demonstration of how shotmaking, possession control, bench production, and timely execution combine to determine an NBA game.