NBA: Miami Heat just one win away from NBA Finals after defeating Chicago 101-93 in OT

The Miami Heat is now just one win away from reaching the NBA Finals after defeating the Chicago Bulls 101-93 in overtime to take a 3-1 series lead in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Finals series.

LeBron James led the way for the Heat with a game-high 35 points; Chris Bosh added 22 points to the win which now puts the Chicago Bulls on the brink of elimination.

Dwayne Wade completed Miami’s superstar trio with 14 points, six of which were scored in the final minutes.

Chicago was led by Derrick Rose, who scored 23 points. Luol Deng and Carlos Boozer each scored 20 points for the Bulls who have now lost three consecutive games for the first time this season.

The win extends Miami's home win streak in the playoffs to eight games.

James was able to shut down MVP Derrick Rose in overtime as the Heat forced the Bulls to make costly turnovers late in the game.

Wade struggled in regulation but improved his play in overtime with two excellent blocks.