nba Game Recap
Chicago Falls 118-116 to Heat - Recap
Chicago was scorched by Jimmy Butler for 28 points as the Heat defeated the Bulls 118-116 in NBA action on Saturday.
Miami did not, however, defeat the Bulls against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 219.5.
Miami got 22 points from Kevin Love and another 18 points from Jaime Jaquez Jr.. Kyle Lowry contributed 7 assists, while Kevin Love cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
The Bulls got a 27-point performance from DeMar DeRozan, who was supported by 25 points from Patrick Williams. Coby White had 5 assists in a losing cause for Chicago, while Nikola Vucevic grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Miami were victorious, as the score was 58-57 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Chicago as they grabbed 40 boards, while Miami only had 31
Next game, Miami takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Chicago, they head on the road to face Philadelphia.