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1997 NBA Eastern Conference Finals: Heat vs. Bulls
Game 4: Bulls Dominate Heat in Eastern Conference Finals
May 26, 1997
The Chicago Bulls took control of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday night, defeating the Miami Heat 100-87 in Game 4 at the United Center. Michael Jordan led the way for the Bulls with 34 points, while Scottie Pippen added 21 points and 10 rebounds. The Heat were led by Tim Hardaway's 22 points.
The Bulls grabbed a 19-point lead in the first half, but the Heat managed to cut it to 52-47 by halftime. However, the Bulls came out strong in the third quarter, outscoring the Heat 31-19 to build a comfortable cushion. The Heat managed to trim the lead to seven points in the fourth quarter, but the Bulls pulled away late to secure the victory.
The Bulls now hold a 3-1 lead in the series and can clinch a berth in the NBA Finals with a win in Game 5 on Wednesday night in Miami. The Heat will need to find a way to slow down Jordan and Pippen if they want to extend the series and force a Game 6 back in Chicago.
Box Score
| Player | Team | PTS | REB | AST | |---|---|---|---|---| | Michael Jordan | Bulls | 34 | 9 | 5 | | Scottie Pippen | Bulls | 21 | 10 | 7 | | Dennis Rodman | Bulls | 18 | 10 | 3 | | Tim Hardaway | Heat | 22 | 3 | 4 | | Alonzo Mourning | Heat | 14 | 12 | 2 |Shot Charts
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