Apr 28, 2025 - News

Miami Heat season ends after playoff loss to Cleveland Cavaliers

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Miami Heat players defending a layup. — The Miami Heat lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 at Kaseya Center. Photo: Eric Espada/NBAE via Getty Images

The Miami Heat were eliminated from the playoffs last night after a 138-83 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of their first-round series.

The Cavaliers swept Miami, 4-0.

Why it matters: The loss caps a tumultuous season for the Heat, which clocked its worst regular-season record in a decade, endured a 10-game losing streak and lost star player Jimmy Butler in a nasty divorce.

What's next: Miami will have the 20th pick in the upcoming NBA draft.

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Miami Heat season ends after playoff loss to Cleveland Cavaliers

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