Heat Extend Winning Streak to 6

After a month of struggles, I think the Miami Heat (15-8) have finally started to click. They won their sixth straight game today defeating the Utah Jazz (16-7) 111-98.

The Heat were dominating most of the game and lead by as many as twelve but found themselves down 78-77 entering the fourth quarter. As they have done during this win streak, they have took control in the 4th quarter and put away teams. In this 4th quarter, the outscored Utah 34-20, a 14 point margain.

LeBron James lead the way with 33 points 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Dwayne Wade was not far behind with 28 points. Zydrunas Ilgauskas had a double double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Chris Bosh had a quiet game with 14 points and 9 rebounds.

Utah, who earlier in the year beat the Heat 116-114 in a comeback fashion, was lead by Al Jefferson with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Deron Williams also was over 20 points with 21 to complement 12 assists.

The Heat seem like they have finally hit their stride. They are best when they are in transition. When Wade and James get in the open court, they almost impossible to slow down. On his teammate and three point specialist Mike Miller, LeBron James said he is 'about a week or two away from returning.' That is an encouraging sign for the team who still needs an outside shooter like Miller.

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