Published on: Apr 2, 2022 10:32 pm IST|Updated on: Apr 2, 2022 10:32 pm IST
CHI vs MIA Dream11: Hello NBA fans, how has life been treating you, ain’t it more fun when you got regular basketball of the NBA level to follow. This is why life gets a little better when you have the star power of basketball dazzling day in and day out. In the East, the top spot battle is raging at its peak and we are still unclear about the top spots unlike the Western Conference, the Warriors and the Suns have been the top two teams in the West. And one of the contenders in the Miami Heat will meet the Chicago Bulls.
The Miami Heat has been playing a top-notch defense throughout the season. Butler has been a force on both ends of the floor while Adebayo has been a physical presence throughout the season. With these two surrounded by a bunch of scorers and defenders, the Heat can make a deep postseason run.
The Chicago Bulls have been a bit inconsistent for a long time now but somehow they have managed to hold on to the fifth spot. Defensively they will be a little better with Patrick Williams back in the fray and the Bulls can give hiccups during the first round. The Bulls will look to seal the fifth place at least.
Host: Chicago Bulls Visitors: Miami Heat Match Timing: 3 April, @ 05:30 AM Venue: United Center
The Bulls enter the game after grabbing an Overtime 135:130 win versus the Clippers as DeRozan popped off for a 50 points night.
DeRozan has been carrying the load for most parts and he has been a huge isolation offensive threat throughout the season. DeMar has been doing a great job and without him going for a huge night, the Bulls have been struggling to link wins. Zach LaVine has been a perennial scoring threat too but the Bulls’ wins are defined by DeRozan mostly. However, Zach is also vital for the team and he will be needed to deliver during the Postseason.
Getting Patrick Williams back will be huge on the rebounding and defensive end and he can be the one who can elevate the team during the Postseason. Vucevic is also an impressive rebounder and scorer, which will also be a huge factor. The team awaits the return of Lonzo who was one of the reasons why the team had a strong start. Coby White, Alex Caruso, and Ayu Dosunmu have filled in well for him but Lonzo gives an edge to the team by being an all-around guard.
The Heat will come into this game after a much needed 106:98 win against the Celtics as their defense cracked in a win
The Heat overcame a four-game losing streak after beating the Kings and then a much-more important win versus the Celtics. The team has been a bit off from the scoring end but with Lowry, Butler, Tucker, and Adebayo, the team defense has been at a high. The team has also received quality production from Tyler Herro, someone whose high production has often brought big wins for the squad.
Due to Duncan Robinson’s inconsistencies, Max Strus has been elevated to a starting role and Max has gotten it done as a long-range bomber. The major point for the Heat will be finishing at the top seed which will ensure a home-court advantage till the Finals. Before that, the Heat can’t take the East lightly with the Bucks, the 76ers, and the Celtics all playing a great brand of basketball. Can the team pull through amidst these tough squads?
Miami Heat (1st in East) | Chicago Bulls (5th in East) Games: 77 | 77 Wins: 49 | 45 Defeats: 28 | 32
Chicago Bulls News:
Bulls Expected Starting Five Wing: SF: DeMar DeRozan Middle: C: Nikola Vucevic Guards: PG: Alex Caruso | SG: Zach LaVine (PROBABLE) | PG: Ayo Dosunmu
BENCH: Troy Brown Jr, JaVonte Green Tyler Cook, Patrick Williams, Coby White, Tristan Thompson, Tony Bradley, Derrick Jones Jr. Miami Heat Team News
Heat Expected Starting Five Forwards: PF: PJ Tucker | SF: Jimmy Butler Middle: C: Bam Adebayo Guards: SG: Max Strus | PG: Kyle Lowry
BENCH: Duncan Robinson, Tyler Herro, DeWayne Dedmon, Udonis Haslem, Omer Yurtseven, Marcus Garrett, Kyle Guy.
Jimmy Butler(MIA) Points: 24 Rebounds: 03 Assists: 02 Steals: 01 Wing Butler is a strong presence on both ends of the floor while showing his best games during the Postseason. He has mostly been in 20-27 points, 5-7 rebounds, 4-7 assists, and 1-2 steals range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 33-48
DeMar DeRozan(CHI) Points: 50 Rebounds: 05 Assists: 06 Steals: 01 DeMar continues to be a brilliant presence as an isolation scorer and his scoring is synonymous with Bulls wins at times. The Guard has scored 30+ in the last three games while grabbing 5-7 rebounds and 4-6 assists range. He is usually a candidate for Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 44-65
Bam Adebayo(MIA) Points: 17 Rebounds: 12 Assists: 08 Steals: 02 Center Bam has done a great job as an inside scorer, rebounder, and playmaker while being an elite defender. The big has mostly been in 16-22 points, 9-12 rebounds, and 1-2 blocks/steals range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 30-45
Nikola Vucevic(CHI) Points: 22 Rebounds: 14 Assists: 01 Vucevic has been a strong scorer and rebounder while his defensive intensity also defines how the Bulls are faring many times. The big has mostly been in 16-22 points and 9-14 rebounds range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 27-39
Tyler Herro(MIA) Points: 12 Rebounds: 10 Assists: 05 Steals: 01 Guard Tyler has done a great job off the bench and looks like a surefire for the Sixth Player of the Year award. Injury has derailed his production a bit but even then a 17-22 points, 3-5 assists, and 4-7 rebounds range can be expected Expected Fantasy Points Range: 24-37
Zach LaVine(CHI) Points: 21 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 05 Steals: 01 Off-guard LaVine has been doing well as the second option on the scoring end and has been first enjoying a 50%+ win season. Zach has mostly been in 21-25 points, 3-4 rebounds, and 3-5 assists range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-39
(If LaVine plays) PG: K Lowry SG: Z LaVine, T Herro SF: D DeRozan(SP) PF: T Thompson, P Tucker C: B Adebayo(PP), P Williams
(If LaVine doesn’t play) PG: K Lowry SG: D Robinson, T Herro SF: D DeRozan(SP) PF: T Thompson C: B Adebayo(PP), N Vucevic, P Williams
A duel between DeMar and Butler, what else can you ask for? In not the most encouraging piece of news for India-based NBA viewers, this match can’t be seen on streaming services JIO TV and Voot, the two designated streaming services for viewers in India. What can you do to tune into the action? Access the NBA League Pass and buy the annual subscription (599 rupees per year) which gives you access to all live games while you also can watch the full game replay if you are not able to watch the live stream. To know the scores, stats, and news, visit the official website of the NBA.