The Charlotte Hornets secured a thrilling 127-126 overtime victory against the Miami Heat in a chaotic play-in game, highlighted by LaMelo Ball’s game-winning layup and a critical block by Miles Bridges. Controversy erupted when Bam Adebayo left the game after an incident involving Ball, who was not penalized for the play. Ball finished with 30 points while Miami’s Tyler Herro and Andrew Wiggins combined for 50 points. Charlotte will face the loser of the Orlando-Philadelphia game in their next win-or-go-home matchup.
