Miami Heat Secures Victory Over Minnesota

Brisbane Heat secured a significant victory against the Sydney Sixers in the WBBL, winning by 12 runs and boosting their finals hopes with a 4-3 record. Jess Jonassen led the Heat's bowling attack, while the Sixers struggled to chase down the target of 139 runs, now sitting at 3-4 and facing potential elimination from the finals for a second consecutive year. In the NBA, the Miami Heat snapped a three-game losing streak with a dramatic 95-94 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, thanks to a crucial three-point play by Nikola Jovic in the final seconds. This victory comes as the Heat prepare for their opener in the NBA Cup against the Detroit Pistons, where they aim to improve on last year's performance in the tournament. Coach Erik Spoelstra praised the team's defensive effort, which limited the Timberwolves to their lowest score of the season, while Tyler Herro continues to lead the offense. The Heat will compete in a group that includes the Pistons, Pacers, Bucks, and Raptors, emphasizing the significance of these early tournament games.