Tyler Herro Shines at 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend with First 3-Point Contest Victory
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro made headlines during the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend, securing his first NBA 3-Point Contest victory and marking a significant milestone in his career. Herro, a first-time participant in the contest, showcased his sharpshooting skills at the Chase Center in San Francisco, edging out competitors like Buddy Hield and Darius Garland in the finals. Herro scored 24 points in the final round, narrowly defeating Hield, who finished with 23 points.
Herro’s win adds him to an elite list of Miami Heat players who have claimed the 3-Point Contest title, joining the likes of Glen Rice, Jason Kapono, Daequan Cook, and James Jones. Reflecting on his victory, Herro acknowledged the tough competition, particularly from Hield, who set a record with a 31-point first-round performance. “I got lucky,” Herro said. “I thought Buddy was going to run off the last five there. Buddy’s a great shooter.”
The 25-year-old guard’s All-Star Weekend success comes amid a career-best season, where he has averaged career highs in points (23.9), rebounds (5.5), and assists (5.5) while shooting 46.5% from the field and 38% from beyond the arc. Herro’s performance has been a bright spot for the Heat, who are navigating a transitional period after trading Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors.
Herro’s journey to All-Star status has been marked by perseverance. Despite being at the center of trade rumors and battling injuries in previous seasons, he has emerged as a key player for Miami. His father, Chris Herro, recalled Heat president Pat Riley’s prediction during Tyler’s 2019 introductory press conference that coach Erik Spoelstra would “make him an All-Star.” “I didn’t forget that,” Chris said. “Tyler didn’t forget that.”
Herro’s All-Star Weekend was a family affair, with his girlfriend, children, parents, and friends joining him in San Francisco to celebrate his achievements. “The family part is the most important part of everything,” Chris Herro emphasized.
Herro’s 3-Point Contest victory and his selection as an Eastern Conference All-Star reserve highlight his growth and resilience. As he continues to prove his worth in the league, Herro remains focused on maintaining his health and consistency. “I feel like I’m in the same conversation as those guys,” Herro said, referencing stars like Luka Doncic and Trae Young. “I believed it then. So I’m sure y’all know how I feel about it now.”
With his All-Star moment secured, Herro now looks ahead to the remainder of the season, aiming to lead the Heat back into playoff contention.
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