Jimmy Butler provided a spark with 17 points and the Bulls stopped Miami even though they were missing Joakim Noah (right foot), Marco Belinelli (abdominal strain) and Richard Hamilton (lower back).

WSJ: Miami Heat NBA Win Streak Ends at 27 After Loss to Chicago Bulls

Noah had an undisclosed foot injury, though felt it wouldn't be a long-term problem, and Boozer was bothered by a sore right hamstring.

WSJ: Bench carries Nets past Bulls, 93-89

Now, they have a chance to grab the lead after seizing homecourt advantage in this series, and even though they're still dealing with a dinged-up Noah, Brooklyn isn't completely healthy, either.

WSJ: Noah, Johnson hobbled as Bulls, Nets resume series