The Washington Wizards (19 - 6) defeated the Miami Heat (12 - 15) 105 - 103 on Friday. Washington has won six straight games and 10 of their last 11. John Wall and Nene Hilario tied for a team - high with 20 points each. Paul Pierce returned from a one - game absence with a toe injury to put up 14 points in 32 minutes. The Wizards gained their advantage at the free - throw line, making their way there for 33 attempts to earn 24 free points. Washington will return home to host the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. Miami has lost two straight, and after they were punched in the mouth by the Utah Jazz 105 - 87 on Wednesday, coach Erik Spoelstra decided to make a couple changes in the starting lineup. Norris Cole moved to a bench role to give Mario Chalmers the starting point guard spot. Chalmers finished with 14 points and five assists in 36 minutes. Shawne Wiliams also moved back into the starting lineup, replacing Justin Hamilton. Dwyane Wade continued his comeback parade, putting up 28 points and eight assists in 37 minutes. Chris Bosh remains sidelined with a calf strain and has no definitive timeline to return. Miami will try to get things back on track when they host the Boston Celtics on Sunday.
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