"A brand new ( although slightly familiar) approach to the offensive end has been the biggest talking point around the start of the Miami Heat's season. And for good reason. When a team that perpetually ranks among the NBA's bottom-third in offensive efficiency is suddenly occupying the category's No. 10 spot, per NBA.com, that's worth discussing. If the Heat can put up points like this, they'll be an absolute handful for opponents."
"That's not, however, the same as saying offense will determine how far this group can go. Because for all of the changes made on that end, the defensive side of the floor still holds this team's true identity. In fact, defensive dominance is sort of what makes this offensive breakthrough so intriguing. If the Heat can even rank above-average on offense, they might be able to capitalize on the wide-open nature of the injury-riddled Eastern Conference because elite defense almost feels like a given."
A brand new, slightly familiar offensive approach has lifted Miami into the NBA's top 10 in offensive efficiency after years in the bottom third. Scoring improvements make the Heat tougher to guard, but the team's core identity remains anchored in defense. Defensive dominance amplifies the offensive gains and could let Miami exploit an injury-riddled, wide-open Eastern Conference. Bam Adebayo, Andrew Wiggins, and Davion Mitchell have started every game and provide primary defensive leadership. Adebayo added an outside shot, Wiggins attacks downhill, and Mitchell covers playmaking gaps, yet defense remains the calling card. Sustained elite defense will determine deeper postseason relevance.
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