NBA Play-In Game: East Showdown - 9th Place Miami Heat vs 10th Place Chicago Bulls
Miami Heat vs Chicago Bulls Match-Up
Miami Heat
Record: 37-45, performing at 17-23 for away games
Statistically significant: Team average: 28
Chicago Bulls
Record: 39-43, holding an 18-23 record for home games
Statistically significant: Team average: 18
Game Details
Location: United Center
Time: 7:30 PM, April 16, 2025
Broadcasting: ESPN
Venue: Chicago, IL
Team Performance Statistics
- Field Goal Percentage: Miami: 63.2% vs Chicago: 46.7%
- Three Point Percentage: Miami: 66.7% vs Chicago: 25.0%
- Turnovers: Miami has 1 vs Chicago’s 3
- Rebounds: Miami secured 7 vs Chicago’s 5
Injury Updates
Miami Heat
| Player | Position | Status | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Love | Power Forward | OUT | April 17 |
| Nikola Jovic | Forward | OUT | April 17 |
| Dru Smith | Guard | OUT FOR SEASON | October 1 |
Chicago Bulls
| Player | Position | Status | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lonzo Ball | Point Guard | OUT | April 17 |
| Tre Jones | Point Guard | OUT | April 18 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | Shooting Guard | OUT FOR SEASON | October 1 |
The face-off promises to be a thrilling encounter as Miami Heat, bearing a slightly lower record, seeks to upset the Chicago Bulls on their home court. Both teams are missing key players due to injuries, which could significantly impact their performance on game day. Don’t miss the action as these fierce East Conference rivals vie for victory.