Heat Defeat Bulls 109-90, Face Hawks for Playoff Spot

The Miami Heat eliminated the Chicago Bulls from the NBA Play-In Tournament with a decisive 109-90 victory, marking the third consecutive year they have ousted the Bulls at this stage. Tyler Herro led the charge for Miami, scoring 38 points on 13-of-19 shooting, including a perfect start by making his first eight shots and helping the Heat build a significant halftime lead. Bam Adebayo contributed a double-double, anchoring a strong defensive effort that limited Chicago's transition game. Despite having lost all regular-season matchups against the Bulls, the Heat reversed their fortunes when it mattered most and now advance to face the Atlanta Hawks for the Eastern Conference's final playoff spot and the chance to play the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers. For the Bulls, the loss extended their playoff drought to three years and raised questions about the team's future. The Heat's postseason resilience under coach Erik Spoelstra reinforces their reputation as a formidable underdog.