Champs contain Heat wave with characteristic cool

OAKLAND, California - Shots were contested, and so many missed the target.

The Golden State Warriors had to get defensive and grind out a win - and coach Steve Kerr appreciated that kind of push for the defending NBA champs.

Kevin Durant had 21 points and eight rebounds to help the Warriors overcome their shooting woes and beat the Miami Heat 97-80 in a rare low-scoring outing on Monday night.