MILWAUKEE (Reuters) - The Miami Heat continued to look like the elite team many envisioned in the offseason as they defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 88-78 on Monday for their fifth straight win. Dwyane Wade had a team-high 25 points and 14 rebounds, LeBron James scored 17 points and the Heat continued to play inspired defense in achieving their longest win streak of the NBA season. Miami (14-8) had a rough start to the season and fell short of expectations created when James and Chris Bosh signed with the Heat to join fellow All-Star Wade, but have found their rhythm since having a players-only meeting Nov. 27. In the opener of a four-game road trip, the Heat never trailed and held the Bucks to 34 percent shooting from the field. Corey Maggette had 20 points off the bench to lead Milwaukee, which fell to 7-13 on the season. (Writing by Jahmal Corner in Los Angeles; Editing by Frank Pingue; To query or comment on this story email [email protected])
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