Heat vs Hornets: Key Players Absent, Role Players Step Up

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on Charlotte Hornets News today, subscribe and stay game-ready. The Miami Heat faced the Charlotte Hornets tonight, and Charlotte at 7pm Eastern Standard Time. Both teams sit close in the Eastern Conference standings with Miami at 34 wins and 29 losses, while Charlotte holds 32 wins and 31 losses. This road game gives the Heat a chance to build momentum after their recent play. Miami picked up a solid win over the Brooklyn Nets last night, led by Tyler Harrow's 25 points, four rebounds, and five assists. Bam out of bio, chipped in 21 points, and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Charlotte dominated the Boston Celtics on the road Wednesday, thanks to Con canoe apples, 20 points, and four rebounds, plus lamello balls. 18 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. Andrews could shake things up for the Heat, who have several players banged up. Andrew Wiggins is doubtful with knee tendonitis, his first potential miss since February 11th.

1:02Norman Powell is out with a groin strain for his fourth straight game, and Nicola Jovich and Simone Fontechio are also sideline with back and groin issues. Terry Rosy remains away from the team, though Drew Smith should play despite an ankle tweak. Over on the hornet side, things look lighter, with just Tijon Salon ruled out, due to a cap strain, missing his second game in a row. The big positive is Grant Williams returning after knee management, kept him out Wednesday. Both squas will push hard for the win, but these absences mean more minutes for role players like Kelli Aware and Jamie Jocka's Jr on Miami's end. Fans should tune in for an intriguing matchup. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music, solypillo.com.