**Summary:**Miami Heat's Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored a game-high twenty-eight points, leading the team to a thrilling 144-117 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. Despite missing leading scorer Norman Powell, the Heat showcased a balanced offense, with Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins adding twenty-six and twenty points respectively. The bench played a crucial role, with rookie Pelle Larsson scoring seventeen points. The Hornets, missing starter Brandon Miller, were led by LaMelo Ball's near triple-double and rookie Kon Knueppel's nineteen points. Both teams prepare for their next challenges, with the Heat embarking on a four-game road trip.

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