How to watch Warriors vs. Heat

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The Golden State Warriors will play the Miami Heat for Monday’s Martin Luther King Day matchup. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM PT in San Francisco and can be watched on NBC Sports Bay Area.

Previously with the Warriors:

The Warriors moved to a season-best five games above .500 after defeating the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night, 136–116. It was a true team effort for Golden State, with eight players scoring in double figures. The Warriors shot 54.8 percent from the field and stayed hot from beyond the arc, knocking down 23 of their 52 three-point attempts (44.2 percent).

Golden State’s offensive rhythm continues to roll, as Saturday marked their third straight game with 10 different players making at least one three-pointer — a feat that has never been accomplished in NBA history.

What to watch for tonight:

Saturday’s blowout win came despite a surprising late scratch for Warriors wing Jimmy Butler, who was ruled out shortly before tip-off. After the game, head coach Steve Kerr said he was informed by general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. that Butler missed the game due to personal reasons.

While Butler is expected to return for Monday night’s matchup against his former team in the Heat, Golden State will be without De’Anthony Melton, who will be sitting out the first night of this back-to-back.

In addition to Butler’s return, former Warrior Andrew Wiggins will make his first appearance at the Chase Center since last year’s blockbuster trade. Wiggins was a key piece of Golden State’s 2022 championship run and should receive a warm ovation in his return to the Bay.

Enjoy the game Dub Nation. GO WARRIORS!!!