Giannis Antetokounmpo leads Miami Heat to NBA Cup victory over Pacers

On October 31, 2026, the Miami Heat secured a dominant 145-125 victory against the Indiana Pacers during the NBA Cup. This result marks the second consecutive win for the Heat, fueled by an exceptional performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Antetokounmpo recorded his second triple-double of the season, finishing with 31 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists in just over 31 minutes of play. He shot 13-of-19 from the field, while teammate Bam Adebayo contributed 27 points and 9 rebounds. Additionally, Klay Thompson delivered his strongest performance for Miami to date, scoring 25 points including seven three-pointers. Thompson is now closing in on Ray Allen’s historical record of 2,973 successful three-pointers, needing only 55 more to reach that milestone.

This high-scoring affair showcased the Heat's depth, with Antetokounmpo maintaining an impressive +31 plus-minus rating. The team continues its momentum early in the season, relying on a balanced offensive attack and high-efficiency shooting from its core players.