Nikola Jovic helped the Miami Heat secure a win against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday, scoring 14 points. He shot a perfect 5-of-5 from the field and made four out of six three-pointers. Jovic also contributed five assists in his 23 minutes on the court as the Heat won 128-107.
What It Means
Jovic’s performance against the Spurs marked a milestone, as he exceeded his projections by both points and assists. This game is part of a streak where he has scored at least 10 points in two consecutive games. For the season, Jovic is averaging 10 points per game and ranks 43rd among small forwards in scoring. He has finished in the top five at his position for assists in over one-third of his games this season, showing his playmaking ability. Additionally, he is making an average of 1.4 three-pointers per game with a shooting percentage of 35.8% from beyond the arc.
