NBA: Chris Bosh leads the Miami Heat to victory over the Los Angeles Lakers
Chris Bosh put up 31 points as the Miami Heat beat the Los Angeles Lakers 109-102 on Thursday.
Last Updated: 24/01/14 7:23am
Chris Bosh: Top scored with 31 points for the Miami Heat
LeBron James also contributed 27 points and 13 rebounds as the two-time defending champions extended their lead at the top of the Southeast Division to eight games. Jodie Meeks and Pau Gasol both scored 22 points for the Lakers.
In the day's other game, LaMarcus Aldridge scored 44 points to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Denver Nuggets 110-105.
The Trail Blazers had been five points behind going into the final quarter but found another gear to seal the win.
