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Josh Giddey Expected to Play Despite Wrist Injury in Bulls' Play-In Game Against Heat

The Chicago Bulls prepare for a pivotal Play-In clash with the Miami Heat as Giddey battles lingering wrist issues while Miami enters with a mostly healthy roster.

Josh Giddey and the Bulls are slight favorites over the Heat on Wednesday night after quietly winning 15 of their final 20 regular-season games.
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Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) gestures after scoring a 3-pointer during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets, Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Overview

  • Josh Giddey, listed as probable, is expected to play in the Play-In game despite a wrist injury that has impacted his mobility and sidelined him for recent games.
  • Giddey has been a critical offensive force for the Bulls, averaging a triple-double in three regular-season wins against the Heat, including two triple-doubles.
  • The Bulls face additional injury concerns with Lonzo Ball unlikely to play and Tre Jones ruled out, leaving their backcourt depth stretched thin.
  • The Miami Heat, in contrast, enter the game with a relatively healthy roster, with only minor injuries to Kevin Love, Pelle Larsson, and Nikola Jovic noted on their injury report.
  • The Bulls have shifted to a fast-paced style under the 'Big Spree' identity, led by Giddey and rookie Matas Buzelis, as they aim for their first playoff appearance since 2022.