"It's time for Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra to put the offense first. We know that Spo loves defense, and often prioritizes that with his set rotations and starting 5. However, if the Heat are going to be unexpectedly good this season, you'd have to imagine that it'll all begin with a high-powered offense."
"If the Heat are going to compete with some of the other contenders in the Eastern Conference, they're going to need to bounce back in a big way on the offensive end of the floor. Last season, Miami finished with the 21st-best offensive rating in the league."
"That's far from a foregone conclusion for the Heat, even after the offseason addition of Norman Powell. While he's certainly going to offer a much-needed jolt to the offense, it'd be foolish to think that his addition alone to the roster is going to solve the headaches that plagued the Heat this past season. Add in the fact that Miami lost its best 3-point shooting wing, without replacing him, and there is a real concern for the team on the perimeter."
Erik Spoelstra's defensive preference has guided rotations and starting lineup, but offensive improvement must lead for Miami to exceed expectations. Roster construction makes a transformational defensive leap unlikely, so prioritizing offensive cohesion and spacing offers the better path. The Heat ranked 21st in offensive rating last season despite finishing top-10 defensively and were eliminated badly in the first round. Norman Powell adds scoring punch but his presence alone won't fix underlying offensive issues. The departure of Miami's best 3-point shooting wing worsens perimeter spacing concerns. Coaching adjustments must create consistent scoring and improved three-point production.
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