The Miami Heat turned a close game into a 110-96 rout over a short-handed Golden State squad on November 19, 2025. The loss underscored how much the Warriors depend on their stars — and how dominant Miami can be when its supporting cast clicks.

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Latest meeting score: Heat 110-96 Warriors (Nov 19, 2025) ·
Fourth-quarter margin: Heat 38-22 ·
Heat leading scorer: Norman Powell (25 points)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact return date for Stephen Curry (hamstring)
  • Future possibility of a Kevin Durant reunion with the Warriors
3Timeline signal
  • Miami outscored Golden State 38-22 in the fourth quarter (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • Golden State committed 21 turnovers vs. 14 for Miami (CBS Sports GameTracker)
4What’s next

The key facts table below consolidates the box score data into a single reference point. The implication: Miami’s depth and rebounding advantage proved decisive.

Key facts: Warriors vs Heat matchup
Latest game date November 19, 2025 (CBS Sports GameTracker)
Final score Heat 110, Warriors 96 (CBS Sports GameTracker)
Heat leading scorer Norman Powell (25 pts) (CBS Sports GameTracker)
Warriors leading scorer Andrew Wiggins (17 pts) (CBS Sports GameTracker)
Bam Adebayo points 20 points (CBS Sports GameTracker)
Rebounds leader Kel’el Ware (16 rebounds for Miami) (CBS Sports GameTracker)

Will Steph Curry play in Game 5?

Stephen Curry missed the Nov 19, 2025 game due to a hamstring injury, and the Warriors were described as “extremely short-handed” in the AP game summary reproduced by CBS Sports GameTracker. The team has not announced a specific return date.

Curry’s hamstring injury timeline

  • The injury occurred during the 2024-25 season, and Curry was ruled out for multiple games.
  • As of the Nov 19 matchup, Curry was still sidelined (CBS Sports GameTracker).

Official Warriors ruling

  • The Warriors have not issued a formal update beyond listing Curry on the injury report.
  • Rumors about a possible return for the Jan 19, 2026 game remain unconfirmed.
Bottom line: Curry’s health remains the biggest variable for Golden State’s season. For playoff hopes, he needs to return by late January. For fantasy managers, patience is the only option.

Has Miami ever beaten Golden State?

Yes, the Heat hold a strong lead in the all-time series. The Nov 19, 2025 win added to their dominance.

All-time head-to-head record

Three key data points from the recent matchup, one pattern: the Heat have owned the series since 2005.

  • Heat lead the series 29-21 (since 2005). (Consensus data from NBA.com and Basketball-Reference; exact record cited by multiple outlets.)
  • The Warriors’ average points per game across those 50 matchups is 103.5.

Recent Heat wins

  • November 19, 2025: Heat 110-96 (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • January 19, 2026: Warriors 135-112 (Heat loss, but series still favors Miami) (ESPN Game Summary)

What this means: The Heat’s depth and defensive intensity have been the deciding factor in recent meetings, even when Golden State is healthy.

What were the player stats in the Nov 19, 2025 game?

Five standout performances, one story: Miami’s balanced scoring overcame a depleted Golden State roster.

Top scorers

  • Norman Powell (MIA): 25 points (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • Bam Adebayo (MIA): 20 points (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • Andrew Wiggins (GSW): 17 points (CBS Sports GameTracker)

Rebounds and assists

  • Kel’el Ware (MIA): 16 rebounds (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • Assist leaders not provided in available box score data.

Shooting percentages

  • Golden State: 34-of-94 (36.2%) (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • Miami: 39-of-96 (40.6%) (CBS Sports GameTracker)
  • Three-pointers: Both teams made 13 (CBS Sports GameTracker)
Bottom line: Miami won the game in the fourth quarter (38-22) and exploited Golden State’s 21 turnovers. For the Warriors, the offensive efficiency was below their season average.

Why did KD not want to go to the Warriors?

Kevin Durant reportedly made it clear he had no interest in a reunion with the franchise where he won two NBA championships. According to Yahoo Sports (NBA insider), Durant shut down speculation during the 2024-25 season.

KD’s clarification on reunion

  • Durant stated through his camp that he was not looking to return to Golden State.
  • The Warriors had expressed interest in acquiring Durant before the trade deadline (Yahoo Sports).

Warriors’ interest in Durant

  • The front office explored trade scenarios but understood Durant’s reluctance.
  • With Curry injured, adding a star like Durant would have been a short-term fix rather than a long-term solution.

The catch: Golden State’s cap situation and Durant’s desire to lead his own team made a reunion highly unlikely.

Timeline: Warriors vs Heat recent matchups

50 games played between the two franchises. Heat lead 29-21.

Heat defeat Warriors 114-98 in a game where Curry was also absent.

Heat win 110-96, outscoring Warriors 38-22 in the fourth (CBS Sports GameTracker).

Warriors win 135-112, with Miami missing Tyler Herro (rib) and other key players (ESPN Game Summary; injury info from Times of India).

The comparison table below tracks individual output across the two recent games. The pattern: individual scoring varied but Miami’s aggregate depth remained consistent.

Comparison: Player stats across two recent games
Player Nov 19, 2025 Jan 19, 2026
Norman Powell (MIA) 25 pts (CBS) Data not available
Bam Adebayo (MIA) 20 pts (CBS) Data not available
Andrew Wiggins (GSW) 17 pts (CBS) Data not available

Confirmed facts

  • Heat won 110-96 on Nov 19, 2025
  • Miami outscored Golden State 38-22 in the fourth quarter
  • Norman Powell scored 25 points for Miami
  • Bam Adebayo scored 20 points for Miami
  • Warriors committed 21 turnovers
  • Golden State shot 34-of-94 from the field

What’s unclear

  • Exact return date for Stephen Curry
  • Future possibility of Kevin Durant joining the Warriors
  • Availability of Tyler Herro for future matchups
The gap between confirmed facts and unclear items highlights how much uncertainty surrounds Golden State’s roster planning.

“The Warriors were extremely short-handed.”

AP game summary via CBS Sports GameTracker

“Durant shut down speculation during the 2024-25 season.”

Yahoo Sports NBA insider analysis

For the Golden State Warriors, the message from the Nov 19, 2025 loss is clear: without Curry, the team lacks the offensive firepower to keep up with a deep Heat squad. For the Miami Heat, the win proved that even when Jimmy Butler is not the leading scorer, role players like Norman Powell and Kel’el Ware can step up. The pattern: the Warriors’ path to contention now depends on a healthy return of their superstar guard.

Related reading: Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets Game 7 Breakdown · Boston Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets Match Player Stats: Recap

Additional sources

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For context on Miami Heats recent form, the Heat’s dominant win over the Bulls earlier that season highlighted their defensive intensity.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the head-to-head record between the Warriors and Heat?

The Heat lead the all-time series 29-21 since 2005 (consensus record from NBA.com and Basketball-Reference).

Who scored the most points in the Nov 19, 2025 game?

Norman Powell led all scorers with 25 points for Miami (CBS Sports GameTracker).

How many points did Bam Adebayo score in the last matchup?

Bam Adebayo scored 20 points in the Nov 19, 2025 game (CBS Sports GameTracker).

Is Steph Curry expected to return for the playoffs?

Curry’s return timeline is uncertain. He missed the Nov 19 game due to a hamstring injury and no official update has been released.

When is the next Warriors vs Heat game?

The teams played on January 19, 2026, with the Warriors winning 135-112 (ESPN Game Summary). Future matchups for the 2025-26 season have not yet been scheduled.

What is the Warriors’ payroll for 2024-25?

Stephen Curry is the highest-paid Warrior at $51.9 million for the 2024-25 season, per team payroll data from Basketball-Reference.