The 0-4 Miami Heat visit the Atlanta Hawks looking to turn improved effort into their first win. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Davion Mitchell have been bright spots, but Miami needs more from its supporting cast—especially Bam Adebayo—and must address defensive and rebounding issues. Atlanta is 2-2 and brings a talented starting lineup, though it has lost its past two games.

By the Numbers
  • Miami: 0-4.
  • Atlanta: 2-2, with two straight losses.
  • Antetokounmpo had 29 points and a triple-double against Dallas.
Yes, But

Miami showed better effort in its latest loss, but that progress hasn’t yet translated into a win. Adebayo has faced mounting criticism over his recent play; he said he’s aware of the outside noise and expects the team’s energy to shift.

State of Play
  • Pelle Larsson is probable; Simone Fontecchio is out for Miami.
  • Atlanta lists Mouhamed Gueye and Henri Veesaar as out; Aaron Wiggins and several G League players are questionable.
  • Projected Miami starters: Davion Mitchell, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.
  • Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET, with the game airing on WPLG Local 10.
What's Next

Miami gets another chance to end its losing start on the road. A win could provide an early momentum boost; another defeat would deepen concerns about the team’s supporting cast, defense and rebounding.

Bottom Line

The Heat have individual standouts and signs of better effort, but they need a complete team performance to turn promise into their first win.