Miami Heat Pursue Historic 167-Point Game Against Knicks
The idea might sound outrageous, yet the Miami Heat are on the brink of a remarkable achievement. As they prepare to face the New York Knicks in a pivotal matchup, the Heat are eyeing the potential to score 167 points—an ambitious goal, especially given the circumstances. Both teams will be missing key players, with the Knicks sidelining Jalen Brunson and the Heat without Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo.
Offensive Prowess Amid Absences
Despite the absence of last season’s leading scorer, Herro, the Heat have been lighting up the scoreboard. They currently lead the NBA in scoring, averaging an impressive 124.8 points per game, a franchise record for this early in the season. This offensive explosion has been evident in their performance, with multiple games featuring over 65 points in a single half.
The fourth quarter of their recent home loss to Cleveland, however, showcased a stark contrast. After a robust offensive display, the Heat seemed to hit the brakes when it mattered most, raising questions about their consistency. Yet, the prospect of breaking the historical scoring barrier remains tantalizingly within reach.
Chasing NBA History
So, what’s at stake if the Heat manage to reach that 167-point milestone? Achieving this feat would not only secure a victory over their Eastern Conference rival but would also set a new benchmark for scoring through the first 13 games of the season. If successful, they would surpass the previous record, with the most points scored by any team in the first 12 games since 2000 being:
1,508 points — Indiana Pacers (2023)
1,497 points — Miami Heat (2025)
1,481 points — Dallas Mavericks (2023)
The Heat’s offensive capability has already placed them in the conversation for historic status, and this game presents an opportunity for a memorable achievement.
As the teams gear up for the showdown at Madison Square Garden, all eyes will be on the Heat to see if they can turn this ambitious notion into reality.
