Nikola Jovic helped lead the Miami Heat to a win against the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday, scoring 21 points. He was perfect from the field, hitting all eight of his shots and went 4-of-7 from three-point range. Jovic also contributed with eight rebounds and five assists in his 31 minutes on the court. The Heat won the game 119-98.
What It Means
Jovic’s performance against the Trail Blazers marked a significant milestone as he exceeded his projections in several categories. His 21 points were well above his season average of 9.5 points per game. This game was part of a streak where he has scored at least 10 points in two consecutive games. He also matched his season-high for assists with five, which he’s done twice this year. On average, Jovic is grabbing 3.7 rebounds per game but managed to collect eight against Portland, placing him among the top rebounders at his position in six games this season.
