Miami Heat (30-41) vs Golden State Warriors (41-30)
Game Info: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:30 pm (Kaseya Center)
Betting Odds: Miami Heat +5 -- Over/Under: 218 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TNT
The Miami Heat (30-41) will host the Golden State Warriors (41-30) on March 25, 2025, at Kaseya Center in Miami. The Heat are currently 10th in the Eastern Conference, while the Warriors hold the sixth spot in the Western Conference.
This matchup is particularly notable as it marks Jimmy Butler's return to Miami after being traded to Golden State earlier this season. Butler has downplayed the significance of facing his former team, stating, "That's all that really matters," emphasizing his focus on winning with the Warriors. Since joining Golden State, Butler has contributed significantly, averaging 17.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game, and helping the team achieve a 16-4 record in games he's played.
The Heat have struggled without Butler, enduring a 10-game losing streak and posting a 4-17 record in his absence. Their recent victory over the Charlotte Hornets (122-105) offers a glimmer of hope as they aim to improve their standing.
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Jimmy Butler Over 17.5 Points
Jimmy Butler has split his 2024-25 NBA season between the Miami Heat and the Golden State Warriors, maintaining his reputation as a reliable scorer. In his first 25 games with Miami, he averaged 17.0 points per game while shooting an efficient 54.0% from the field and 36.1% from three-point range. He also contributed 5.2 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game. After being traded to Golden State, Butler slightly increased his scoring to 17.6 points per game, though his efficiency dipped to 43.8% from the field and 22.7% from beyond the arc. We all know how petty Butler can be and he’s the type of guy to make a statement against his old team. We’ve also seen him score 20+ points in 3 of his last 4 games.
Bam Adebayo Under 18.5 Points
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo has maintained solid scoring performance throughout the 2024-25 NBA season. Over 69 games, he has averaged 17.5 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 48.5%. As of late, we’ve seen Adebayo’s scoring numbers slow down though. He’s only scored 18+ points once in his last 7 games. He’s coming off a game where he only scored 11 points against a bad Hornets team. Until Adebayo shows us something different let’s play it safe and take the under on his points.
Andrew Wiggins Over 18.5 Points
Andrew Wiggins has split his 2024-25 NBA season between the Golden State Warriors and the Miami Heat, delivering consistent scoring performances for both teams. During his time with the Warriors in the first half of the season, he averaged approximately 16.4 points per game while shooting 44.5% from the field and 35.0% from three-point range. He also contributed around 4.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game, providing Golden State with valuable scoring and defensive versatility. After being traded to Miami in February, Wiggins slightly increased his production, averaging 18.4 points per game on 45.3% shooting. Wiggins has been playing at another level as of late. We’ve seen him score 19+ points in 6 of his last 7 games and is coming off a 42-point game against the Hornets. I like him to have a solid outing against his old team.
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