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Heat's win streak finished at 27 games

CHICAGO (AP) — The streak is over. The big prize is still out there.

That’s what mattered most to LeBron James and the Miami Heat.

The Heat’s bid for NBA history ended Wednesday night when their 27-game winning streak was snapped by the Chicago Bulls 101-97, setting off a raucous celebration inside United Center. Miami finished six shy of the 33-game record held by the 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers.

With 11 games remaining, there’s no time for Miami to take another shot at the record. A big run in the postseason would seem to be a sure bet.

After all, that’s what it’s about for the Heat. It’s bee...

 

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