The Miami Heat balance scoring was enough for a win resulting in a final score of 107-95 over the Chicago Bulls.
The 12-point win matched the amount of points Derrick Rose scored in 34 minutes, along with five turnovers and 27 percent shooting.
“I don’t think it was rust,” Rose said when asked about his performance. “It was just me missing shots. I’ve had worse shooting nights than this. If anything, I’m going to have amnesia about it and we play in two days.”
The two teams has expressed great dislike of each other, are expecting a hard fought battle throughout the season.
The American Airlines Arena was buzzing with fans who witnessed the Miami Heat players receive their championship rings and banner ascension.
The Chicago Bulls plays the New York Knicks on Thursday from home, whereas the Miami Heat takes on the Philadelphia 76ers in Philadelphia.
-Chika Dunu
