Heat Faces Critical Week in Playoff Race

Miami Heat's playoff positioning hangs in the balance with a challenging week ahead, including key matchups against the Knicks and Pacers.

The Miami Heat enters a pivotal week with four games against teams fighting for playoff spots, starting with the New York Knicks.
A win against the Knicks is crucial for the Heat as they aim to secure a top-six seed in the Eastern Conference and avoid the play-in tournament.
The Heat's schedule includes matchups with the 76ers, Rockets, and Pacers, teams directly impacting their playoff positioning.
Miami currently sits in seventh place in the East, with a challenging path to climb higher in the standings.
The outcomes of this week's games could significantly affect the Heat's playoff seeding and their chances of avoiding the play-in tournament.