Overview

• Josh Giddey delivered a standout performance with 28 points, 16 rebounds, and 11 assists, marking his seventh triple-double of the season.
• The Bulls' victory moves them a game ahead of the Heat in the standings and secures the head-to-head tiebreaker, crucial for hosting a play-in game.
• Tyler Herro's late-game decision to attempt a three-pointer instead of an open layup proved pivotal, as the miss sealed the Heat's defeat.
• Andrew Wiggins returned to the Heat lineup after a six-game absence, contributing 14 points, but the team struggled with lineup cohesion due to injuries.
• The Bulls have now swept the season series against the Heat, strengthening their position as the likely hosts for a play-in rematch next week.