Miami Heat leads Knicks, fueled by Tyler Herro's performance

Several NBA games were played on the night of March 17, with many fans tuning in for live action. The Miami Heat came out strong against the New York Knicks, leading by 11 points after the first quarter. Tyler Herro shined by shooting 5-for-6, while Duncan Robinson added two three-pointers to help the Heat take control early. In other matchups, the playoff race in the Western Conference continued to be deeply competitive. The Golden State Warriors faced off against the Denver Nuggets, while the Memphis Grizzlies played against the Sacramento Kings. The second-seeded Houston Rockets and the fifth-seeded Los Angeles Lakers also participated in key games. In a notable cross-conference battle, the Minnesota Timberwolves hosted the Indiana Pacers. Minnesota aimed to secure a top-six spot in the West, while Indiana was looking to maintain its No. 5 position in the East. This matchup was seen as one of the best on the schedule. Finally, the Toronto Raptors and Phoenix Suns met in what was considered a crucial game for both teams, as they were fighting to stay in playoff contention. Each team hoped for a win to improve their chances for a spot in the postseason.