- Matchup: Houston Rockets vs Miami Heat
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Venue: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
- Broadcast: Prime Video
This page may include affiliate links at no extra cost to you, thanks for your support.
The Houston Rockets (37-21) will visit the Kaseya Center this Saturday to challenge the Miami Heat (31-29).
In their latest game, the Rockets triumphed over the Magic with a close score of 113-108. Houston achieved a field goal percentage of 52.4% (43 out of 82) and converted 11 of 29 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Rockets were successful 16 times out of 20, achieving an 80% shooting rate. On the boards, they grabbed 41 rebounds, including 10 offensive ones, and distributed 24 assists. The Houston defense forced 12 turnovers and accumulated 7 steals. Defensively, they allowed Orlando a 45.5% shooting rate (40 of 88). The Magic had 25 assists and 11 steals, alongside 40 total rebounds (15 offensive, 25 defensive) and contributed 9 blocks. They made 13 of 21 free throws (61.9%) and hit 15 out of 37 three-point attempts. Both teams faced a fairly even foul count, with the Rockets committing 17 fouls compared to the Magic’s 16.
Kevin Durant was a standout performer, scoring 40 points on 14 of 28 shooting. He played 40 minutes, secured 8 rebounds, and contributed 3 assists.
The Rockets arrive with a record of 37-21 for the season. They average 114.7 points per game (20th in the league) with a shooting accuracy of 47.5%. From three-point range, they’re hitting 37.2% (667 of 1,794) and sink 76% of their free throws. Houston averages 48.3 rebounds per game and has accumulated 1,438 assists this season, ranked 28th in the NBA. They turn the ball over 15.5 times each game and commit an average of 18.5 fouls.
Defensively, the Rockets force 13.5 turnovers per game while committing 19.8 fouls. They currently rank 2nd in assists allowed, having given up 1,417 to opponents this season. The Rockets permit an opponent shooting percentage of 45.5% (2,327 of 5,112) and concede 39.7 rebounds per game. Their opponents make 34.5% of their three-point attempts, ranking 3rd in the league for points allowed per game (109.1).
The Heat faced off against the 76ers, suffering a 124-117 defeat. The Heat gathered 45 rebounds (35 defensive, 10 offensive) but committed 14 turnovers, while achieving 8 steals. With the 76ers committing 22 fouls, Miami had 26 free throw attempts and converted 20 (76.9%). They made 17 of 40 three-point attempts (42.5%) and finished with a 46.0% shooting from the field (40 out of 87). On the other hand, they allowed the 76ers a shooting percentage of 47.9% (45 of 94), including 39.5% from three-point range (17 of 43), and let Philadelphia score 49 rebounds (11 offensive).
Bam Adebayo was instrumental for the Heat, shooting 10 of 20 for a 50% rate and earning 14 rebounds. He ended the game with 29 points in 36 minutes and added 3 assists.
Miami’s season record stands at 31-29. Offensively, the Heat shoot 46.3% ranked 19th overall, scoring 7,195 points this season (119.9 per game) while grabbing 47.3 rebounds per contest. They average 28.7 assists (7th in the NBA) and 14.2 turnovers per game, along with 18.9 fouls, and boast a free throw success rate of 78.5%.
Defensively, the Heat allow 35.0% on three-point attempts (834 of 2,380) and have seen opponents convert 80.5% from the charity stripe. They give up 27.1 assists and 47.2 rebounds per game, placing them 19th and 29th, respectively, in the league. Miami ranks 20th in points allowed per game at 117.2 while forcing 15.5 turnovers and permitting opponents to shoot 45.8% from the field (6th in the league).
Who will claim victory tonight against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Miami
Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you sign up or make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission always at no extra cost to you. Thanks for helping us keep this site running.
