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Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3) celebrates after hitting a game-winning three pointer as time expired against the Los Angeles Lakers at the United Center on March 27, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.<\/p>\n
They start Josh Giddey and Coby White in the backcourt with Kevin Huerter and impressive rookie Matas Buzelis on the wings. Nikola Vucevic holds down the paint for them.<\/p>\n
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Giddey and White have found freedom this season and have stepped into a larger role with the team which has propelled them into the postseason again.<\/p>\n
The Heat have deployed Tyler Herro and Alec Burks in their backcourt with Andrew Wiggins on the wing. Miami has found success in a two-big lineup with Bam Adebayo and rookie center Kel’el Ware.<\/p>\n
Herro and Adebayo have led the Heat this season as many new faces have joined their ranks.<\/p>\n
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Apr 5, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks to shoot as Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) defends during the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
The Heat had quite a turbulent season. Between the Butler Saga and the questions about “Heat Culture” they’ve struggled to consistently win this year.<\/p>\n
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But experience pays at this time of the year and the Heat handily win that battle. This is a team who’s core was competing for an NBA championship less than three years ago.<\/p>\n
I think the Heat will beat the Bulls and advance to the next Play-In game.<\/p>\n
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