Heat and Bulls Clash in Critical Matchup

The Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls are set to face off in a crucial match that could preview a potential play-in tournament matchup. Miami enters the game with momentum, winning seven of their last nine games, largely due to improved offense, while Chicago has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 124.7 points over the last six games. Despite Chicago's recent defensive struggles, they have won seven of the past ten meetings with Miami, including both previous matchups this season, which gives them a head-to-head tiebreaker advantage. Miami's Bam Adebayo is expected to return from injury, bolstering their lineup against a Bulls team that may see some of its rested players, like Coby White, returning for the game. Meanwhile, key players like Josh Giddey and Kevin Huerter are listed as questionable for the game due to injuries.