The Miami Heat will visit the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Monday, March 31, 2025. The game is set to start at 7:00 PM. The Heat have a record of 33-41, while the Wizards stand at 16-58.
The Heat have been performing well in their recent games. They won against the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 118-95. Tyler Herro scored 30 points in that game. They also secured wins against the Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors.
The Wizards have struggled recently, losing to the Brooklyn Nets by 3 points. They also faced a tough loss against the Indiana Pacers. However, they managed a win against the Philadelphia 76ers earlier in the week.
Wizards Preview
The Washington Wizards recently played three games. They lost to the Brooklyn Nets by 3 points with a score of 115-112. Colby Jones and AJ Johnson both scored 20 points. Jaylen Martin added 13 points and 6 rebounds.
In another game, the Wizards faced the Indiana Pacers and lost by 53 points. The final score was 162-109. Alexandre Sarr scored 22 points and grabbed 7 rebounds. Justin Champagnie contributed 15 points and 7 rebounds.
The Wizards won against the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 119-114. Alexandre Sarr led the team with 24 points. Justin Champagnie and Tristan Vukcevic also played well, scoring 18 and 17 points respectively.
Jordan Poole leads the team in scoring with 20.3 points per game. Alexandre Sarr is the top rebounder with 6.6 rebounds per game. Bub Carrington leads in assists with 4.1 per game. The Wizards rank 27th in points per game and 30th in points allowed per game.
Heat Preview
The Miami Heat have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They secured a victory against the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 118-95. Tyler Herro led the team with 30 points and 7 assists. Kel’el Ware contributed with 13 points and 14 rebounds, showing strong performance on the court.
In their game against the Atlanta Hawks, the Heat won 122-112. Tyler Herro again led the scoring with 36 points. Bam Adebayo added 12 points and 10 rebounds. The team showed effective shooting with a field goal percentage of 53.7%.
The Heat also defeated the Golden State Warriors 112-86. Bam Adebayo scored 27 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Tyler Herro added 20 points and 7 assists. The team had a high field goal percentage of 55.8% in this game.
For the season, the Heat rank 26th in points per game with 109.5. They are strong defensively, allowing only 110.1 points per game, ranking 7th. Tyler Herro is the team’s top scorer with 23.7 points per game. Bam Adebayo leads in rebounds with 9.7 per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Wizards vs Heat
The game between the Washington Wizards and the Miami Heat will likely be shaped by their defensive and offensive stats. The Wizards struggle defensively, allowing the most points per game. Meanwhile, the Heat have a strong defense, ranking 7th in points allowed. Offensively, both teams rank low in points per game, but the Heat have a better shooting percentage. The Wizards’ fast pace might challenge the Heat’s slower style.
- Wizards Points Per Game: 108.8 (27th)
- Wizards Points Allowed Per Game: 120.9 (30th)
- Wizards Field Goal Percentage: 43.9 (28th)
- Heat Points Per Game: 109.5 (26th)
- Heat Points Allowed Per Game: 110.1 (7th)
- Heat Field Goal Percentage: 46.2 (19th)
Betting Insights
The Miami Heat and Washington Wizards are set to play, and bettors are looking at key trends to guide their decisions. The Heat have a slightly better ATS record than the Wizards, and they are on a 4-game ATS winning streak. Meanwhile, the Wizards have struggled against the spread recently. Both teams have shown tendencies in their over/under results, with the Wizards on a 3-game over streak. Here are the top betting trends to consider for this game:
- Miami Heat are on a 4-game ATS winning streak.
- Washington Wizards have a 2-game ATS losing streak.
- Miami Heat’s favored ATS record is 16-12-0.
- Washington Wizards have hit the over in their last 3 games.
- Miami Heat’s average combined score is slightly above their average over/under line.
Free Betting Prediction for Wizards vs Heat
The Miami Heat have shown strong defensive skills, ranking 7th in points allowed per game. This gives them an edge against the Washington Wizards, who struggle defensively. The Wizards allow the most points per game in the league. The Heat’s recent winning streak and effective shooting make them the likely favorites in this game.
Offensively, both teams rank low in points per game. However, the Heat have a better field goal percentage. Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo have been key players for the Heat, contributing significantly in recent games. The Wizards will rely on Jordan Poole and Alexandre Sarr to keep the game competitive.
Considering the Heat’s strong defense and recent form, they are expected to cover the spread. The Wizards’ recent struggles against the spread make it challenging for them to keep up. The total points might go over, given the Wizards’ tendency to hit the over in their last games.
- Our Free Prediction: Heat -9.5
