The Chicago Bulls clinched a crucial victory over the Miami Heat with a 119-111 win, solidifying their position for the play-in tournament as the No. 9 seed. Matas Buzelis played a pivotal role, scoring critical baskets that helped extend their lead in a tense final stretch. Despite a missed opportunity from Tyler Herro, the Bulls maintained their momentum through strong performances from Josh Giddey, who recorded a triple-double, and Kevin Huerter, who hit key three-pointers. With the playoffs approaching, the Bulls aim for a final two wins to potentially rise to No. 8 and secure a more favorable playoff matchup.