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What the data shows on Heat's third-quarter collapses and where this might be heading

The Miami Heat struggles significantly during the third quarter, being outscored 137-71 in home games this season, affecting their overall performance.

Spoelstra's error, defensive breakdown ruin 40-point game by Herro in Heat loss in Detroit

The Heat lost a close game due to a timeout error by Coach Spoelstra and a missed defensive play on a crucial dunk.

Heat returns to practice, tries to regroup after defensive debacle in season-opening loss

The Miami Heat had a disappointing season opener against the Orlando Magic, highlighting areas for improvement, particularly in defense and the performance of star players.

Miami Heat's core four enters sixth season together with 'a lot more that we still have to do'

The Miami Heat's most successful eras typically last four seasons or less, highlighting the urgency for their current core to achieve a championship.

Bam Adebayo 'stretching the floor in a different way.' What it means for the Heat's offense

Bam Adebayo's improved three-point shooting is now a key focus in the Miami Heat's offensive strategy, enhancing versatility and floor spacing.

From benched to hero, Jovic delivers strong response to Heat's challenge: 'This is the standard now'

Nikola Jovic excelled off the bench, leading the Miami Heat to a narrow victory and showcasing his potential despite a recent lineup change.

What the data shows on Heat's third-quarter collapses and where this might be heading

The Miami Heat struggles significantly during the third quarter, being outscored 137-71 in home games this season, affecting their overall performance.

Spoelstra's error, defensive breakdown ruin 40-point game by Herro in Heat loss in Detroit

The Heat lost a close game due to a timeout error by Coach Spoelstra and a missed defensive play on a crucial dunk.

Heat returns to practice, tries to regroup after defensive debacle in season-opening loss

The Miami Heat had a disappointing season opener against the Orlando Magic, highlighting areas for improvement, particularly in defense and the performance of star players.

Miami Heat's core four enters sixth season together with 'a lot more that we still have to do'

The Miami Heat's most successful eras typically last four seasons or less, highlighting the urgency for their current core to achieve a championship.

Bam Adebayo 'stretching the floor in a different way.' What it means for the Heat's offense

Bam Adebayo's improved three-point shooting is now a key focus in the Miami Heat's offensive strategy, enhancing versatility and floor spacing.

From benched to hero, Jovic delivers strong response to Heat's challenge: 'This is the standard now'

Nikola Jovic excelled off the bench, leading the Miami Heat to a narrow victory and showcasing his potential despite a recent lineup change.
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From ceremony to games vs. Durant and Edwards, Heat's Spoelstra keeps reliving Team USA experience this week

Erik Spoelstra reflects on his gold medal experience as an assistant coach for Team USA, marking a historic achievement for the Miami Heat.

Spoelstra's message on Riley court honor. And Garnett on Adebayo, Reggie Miller on Heat

The Miami Heat dedicate their court to Pat Riley, honoring his impact on the franchise and celebrating his legacy as the team's president.

Heat's Spoelstra can relate to adversity Dolphins' McDaniel faces: 'It's not all sunshine and roses'

Adversity is a fundamental aspect of professional sports, requiring teams to respond positively and seek silver linings.

After new Jimmy Butler injury and 3-5 start, Heat facing early adversity: 'We got to figure it out'

The Miami Heat faces challenges early in the season, compounded by star Jimmy Butler's ankle injury.

Media continues to confirm Miami Heat's underdog status in NBA

The Miami Heat, led by Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, remain resilient contenders despite lacking national respect, aiming for an elusive NBA title.

Live updates: Spoelstra addresses personnel issues, offers insight at Heat media day

Erik Spoelstra emphasizes competition and mindset for the Miami Heat's upcoming season after a first-round playoff exit.

From ceremony to games vs. Durant and Edwards, Heat's Spoelstra keeps reliving Team USA experience this week

Erik Spoelstra reflects on his gold medal experience as an assistant coach for Team USA, marking a historic achievement for the Miami Heat.

Spoelstra's message on Riley court honor. And Garnett on Adebayo, Reggie Miller on Heat

The Miami Heat dedicate their court to Pat Riley, honoring his impact on the franchise and celebrating his legacy as the team's president.

Heat's Spoelstra can relate to adversity Dolphins' McDaniel faces: 'It's not all sunshine and roses'

Adversity is a fundamental aspect of professional sports, requiring teams to respond positively and seek silver linings.

After new Jimmy Butler injury and 3-5 start, Heat facing early adversity: 'We got to figure it out'

The Miami Heat faces challenges early in the season, compounded by star Jimmy Butler's ankle injury.

Media continues to confirm Miami Heat's underdog status in NBA

The Miami Heat, led by Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, remain resilient contenders despite lacking national respect, aiming for an elusive NBA title.

Live updates: Spoelstra addresses personnel issues, offers insight at Heat media day

Erik Spoelstra emphasizes competition and mindset for the Miami Heat's upcoming season after a first-round playoff exit.
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Lakers granted permission to interview Heat assistant Chris Quinn - Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog

The Los Angeles Lakers are actively interviewing potential candidates for their head coaching position, including Heat assistant Chris Quinn.

Russell Westbrook the 'last best play' and Miami Heat should make it

The Miami Heat may have struck out at the NBA Trade Deadline, not landing a player, however, that doesn't mean that all hope is lost.With Russell Westbrook, almost assuredly, to be bought out by the Utah Jazz after being traded there from the Los Angeles Lakers, the reports indicate that the Miami Heat are among the two teams that Westbrook will be deciding over as the week progresses


Russell Westbrook is expected to make his final decision this week between the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls, per @ChrisBHaynes
- Sami Hassan (@BullsTimes) February 10, 2023


Looking over at Chicago, that's where his old coach, Billy Donovan, is.

Lakers granted permission to interview Heat assistant Chris Quinn - Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog

The Los Angeles Lakers are actively interviewing potential candidates for their head coaching position, including Heat assistant Chris Quinn.

Russell Westbrook the 'last best play' and Miami Heat should make it

The Miami Heat may have struck out at the NBA Trade Deadline, not landing a player, however, that doesn't mean that all hope is lost.With Russell Westbrook, almost assuredly, to be bought out by the Utah Jazz after being traded there from the Los Angeles Lakers, the reports indicate that the Miami Heat are among the two teams that Westbrook will be deciding over as the week progresses


Russell Westbrook is expected to make his final decision this week between the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls, per @ChrisBHaynes
- Sami Hassan (@BullsTimes) February 10, 2023


Looking over at Chicago, that's where his old coach, Billy Donovan, is.
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Heat Check podcast: How the Miami Heat keeps overcoming injury issues

The Miami Heat's ability to overcome injury issues
Erik Spoelstra's credit for the team's success

Warriors drubbed by depleted Heat to begin home stand

SAN FRANCISCO -Steve Kerr and Erik Spoelstra grew close over the summer, traveling to the Philippines to coach the USA national team in the FIBA World Cup.
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Here's the schedule for the Miami Heat's second-round series against the Knicks

The Miami Heat will face the New York Knicks in the second round of the playoffs.As the No. 8 seed, the Heat pulled off the stunning upset over the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks, while the Knicks rolled to a five-game series win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.Now, the Heat and Knicks will play each other in the playoffs with a trip to the conference finals on the line.

15 thoughts on the Heat's stunning win to eliminate the Bucks

The Miami Heat beat the Milwaukee Bucks in overtime to eliminate the No. 1 seed in the East and advance to the second round.Here are 15 thoughts from a stunning Heat win:
1. Amazing.
2. The Heat came back from 16 points down in the fourth quarter and Jimmy Butler uncorked another classic performance to beat the No. 1 seed Milwaukee Bucks in overtime, 128-126.

Erik Spoelstra secures his 700th career win, one of only four coaches to do so for one franchise

Last night was one of, if not the biggest win of the season for the Miami Heat.After going 0-2 against the New York Knicks in the first 2 meetings between the teams this year, Miami got their revenge on their home floor and pulled out the huge victory.It wasn't only a big game in terms of playoff seeding, but it was also a historic night for the Heat's longtime coach Erik Spoelstra.

With Lowry coming off bench, is Oladipo the odd man out?

Victor Oladipo hasn't played in two of the Miami Heat's last three games.And the one game he checked in was the frustrating March 18 loss to the Chicago Bulls, in which Kyle Lowry didn't play.Now, Lowry is questionable for tomorrow's game against the New York Knicks.That leaves open the possibility of whether Oladipo plays.

Heat outlast Magic in overtime, 107-103, on the second night of back-to-back

Death, taxes and the Miami Heat playing clutch games.In Miami's league-leading 40th clutch game, it was able to outlast its intrastate foe, the Orlando Magic, in overtime 107-103 inside the Amway Center Saturday evening.Miami trailed by as much as nine with 2:34 left in regulation, but seven consecutive points from Tyler Herro, Gabe Vincent and Jimmy Butler cut it to 95-93 with 1:12 left.

Should Kevin Love start at power forward?

Shams Charania reported earlier today that the Miami Heat have emerged as leaders to sign Kevin Love.Charania said that Miami's ability to offer a defined role for the 2016 NBA champion is a leading factor.The Miami Heat have emerged as leaders to sign five-time All-Star Kevin Love after he completes buyout with Cleveland, league sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium.

Here's the schedule for the Miami Heat's second-round series against the Knicks

The Miami Heat will face the New York Knicks in the second round of the playoffs.As the No. 8 seed, the Heat pulled off the stunning upset over the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks, while the Knicks rolled to a five-game series win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.Now, the Heat and Knicks will play each other in the playoffs with a trip to the conference finals on the line.

15 thoughts on the Heat's stunning win to eliminate the Bucks

The Miami Heat beat the Milwaukee Bucks in overtime to eliminate the No. 1 seed in the East and advance to the second round.Here are 15 thoughts from a stunning Heat win:
1. Amazing.
2. The Heat came back from 16 points down in the fourth quarter and Jimmy Butler uncorked another classic performance to beat the No. 1 seed Milwaukee Bucks in overtime, 128-126.

Erik Spoelstra secures his 700th career win, one of only four coaches to do so for one franchise

Last night was one of, if not the biggest win of the season for the Miami Heat.After going 0-2 against the New York Knicks in the first 2 meetings between the teams this year, Miami got their revenge on their home floor and pulled out the huge victory.It wasn't only a big game in terms of playoff seeding, but it was also a historic night for the Heat's longtime coach Erik Spoelstra.

With Lowry coming off bench, is Oladipo the odd man out?

Victor Oladipo hasn't played in two of the Miami Heat's last three games.And the one game he checked in was the frustrating March 18 loss to the Chicago Bulls, in which Kyle Lowry didn't play.Now, Lowry is questionable for tomorrow's game against the New York Knicks.That leaves open the possibility of whether Oladipo plays.

Heat outlast Magic in overtime, 107-103, on the second night of back-to-back

Death, taxes and the Miami Heat playing clutch games.In Miami's league-leading 40th clutch game, it was able to outlast its intrastate foe, the Orlando Magic, in overtime 107-103 inside the Amway Center Saturday evening.Miami trailed by as much as nine with 2:34 left in regulation, but seven consecutive points from Tyler Herro, Gabe Vincent and Jimmy Butler cut it to 95-93 with 1:12 left.

Should Kevin Love start at power forward?

Shams Charania reported earlier today that the Miami Heat have emerged as leaders to sign Kevin Love.Charania said that Miami's ability to offer a defined role for the 2016 NBA champion is a leading factor.The Miami Heat have emerged as leaders to sign five-time All-Star Kevin Love after he completes buyout with Cleveland, league sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium.
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A missed Cody Zeller set to return to Miami Heat lineup

Being a pretty good rebounding team for most of the year and definitely taking it to teams on the glass since the All-Star break with the help of their new acquisitions, Kevin Love and Cody Zeller, the Miami Heat have looked a bit pedestrian on the glass as of late.In the last three contests, a defeat to the Orlando Magic and wins over the Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies, the Miami Heat have been outdone on the glass by the opposing teams.

UPDATE: Kyle Lowry expected to make return for tonight's game in Orlando

It has been well over a month since the last time Kyle Lowry has played for the Miami Heat.He has had an interesting season to say the least.The veteran PG started off the season pretty solid actually, he was available every game in the midst of an early injury plagued schedule for the team.His numbers during the time were impressive too, having some vintage performances in the process.

UPDATE: Kyle Lowry expected to make return for tonight's game in Orlando

It has been well over a month since the last time Kyle Lowry has played for the Miami Heat.He has had an interesting season to say the least.The veteran PG started off the season pretty solid actually, he was available every game in the midst of an early injury plagued schedule for the team.His numbers during the time were impressive too, having some vintage performances in the process.

Report: Kyle Lowry hoping to return to Miami lineup by the end of this month

After the breaking news this morning of the Miami Heat acquiring both Kevin Love and Cody Zeller, additional news on starting PG Kyle Lowry was reported.Lowry, who has missed the last few games from knee soreness, has seen improvement and plans to be back in the Miami line up by the end of February.

Heat defeat rival Bucks off the back of another strong Gabe Vincent performance

The Miami Heat seem to be finally hitting their stride after 2 consecutive victories against the rival Milwaukee Bucks.Heat improve to 24-20, 4 games above .500for the first time this year and winners of 3 straight.They have also won 12 of their last 17 games.This was a dominant performance, as Miami won today by double digits 111-95.

Have Heat found their backup center in Orlando Robinson?

When the Miami Heat started the season at 2-4, I wrote an article here titled, "No big beyond Bam: Heat are back where they started."Omer Yurtseven, who some thought would supplant Dewayne Dedmon as Bam Adebayo's backup, was about to undergo ankle surgery.Dedmon had trailed off as a serviceable backup center since joining Miami in spring 2021.

A missed Cody Zeller set to return to Miami Heat lineup

Being a pretty good rebounding team for most of the year and definitely taking it to teams on the glass since the All-Star break with the help of their new acquisitions, Kevin Love and Cody Zeller, the Miami Heat have looked a bit pedestrian on the glass as of late.In the last three contests, a defeat to the Orlando Magic and wins over the Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies, the Miami Heat have been outdone on the glass by the opposing teams.

UPDATE: Kyle Lowry expected to make return for tonight's game in Orlando

It has been well over a month since the last time Kyle Lowry has played for the Miami Heat.He has had an interesting season to say the least.The veteran PG started off the season pretty solid actually, he was available every game in the midst of an early injury plagued schedule for the team.His numbers during the time were impressive too, having some vintage performances in the process.

UPDATE: Kyle Lowry expected to make return for tonight's game in Orlando

It has been well over a month since the last time Kyle Lowry has played for the Miami Heat.He has had an interesting season to say the least.The veteran PG started off the season pretty solid actually, he was available every game in the midst of an early injury plagued schedule for the team.His numbers during the time were impressive too, having some vintage performances in the process.

Report: Kyle Lowry hoping to return to Miami lineup by the end of this month

After the breaking news this morning of the Miami Heat acquiring both Kevin Love and Cody Zeller, additional news on starting PG Kyle Lowry was reported.Lowry, who has missed the last few games from knee soreness, has seen improvement and plans to be back in the Miami line up by the end of February.

Heat defeat rival Bucks off the back of another strong Gabe Vincent performance

The Miami Heat seem to be finally hitting their stride after 2 consecutive victories against the rival Milwaukee Bucks.Heat improve to 24-20, 4 games above .500for the first time this year and winners of 3 straight.They have also won 12 of their last 17 games.This was a dominant performance, as Miami won today by double digits 111-95.

Have Heat found their backup center in Orlando Robinson?

When the Miami Heat started the season at 2-4, I wrote an article here titled, "No big beyond Bam: Heat are back where they started."Omer Yurtseven, who some thought would supplant Dewayne Dedmon as Bam Adebayo's backup, was about to undergo ankle surgery.Dedmon had trailed off as a serviceable backup center since joining Miami in spring 2021.
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3 Miami Heat players that should be axed from the playoff rotation

Barring an extreme move one way or the other, the Miami Heat are going to likely end up in the NBA Play-In Tournament.With less than a month remaining, it might be too big of an ask to expect the Heat to catch the New York Knicks to be the sixth seed in the East.That being said, Miami shouldn't fall below the eighth seed, either.

Why Kevin Love's fit with Miami Heat should be a pretty seamless one

For several years now, it has been a thought from this direction that Kevin Love and the Miami Heat would be a good fit for each other.And after just a few years of imagining such an occurrence, Love and Miami have finally found each other.And to get right to it, Love definitely fills some needs that Miami has been looking for this season.

3 Miami Heat players that should be axed from the playoff rotation

Barring an extreme move one way or the other, the Miami Heat are going to likely end up in the NBA Play-In Tournament.With less than a month remaining, it might be too big of an ask to expect the Heat to catch the New York Knicks to be the sixth seed in the East.That being said, Miami shouldn't fall below the eighth seed, either.

Why Kevin Love's fit with Miami Heat should be a pretty seamless one

For several years now, it has been a thought from this direction that Kevin Love and the Miami Heat would be a good fit for each other.And after just a few years of imagining such an occurrence, Love and Miami have finally found each other.And to get right to it, Love definitely fills some needs that Miami has been looking for this season.
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Heat to remain without Lowry, Yurtseven for now

The Miami Heat held their first practice since the All-Star break today.And Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reported today that Miami will have to play without Kyle Lowry and Omer Yurtseven for now.NEW: The latest Heat injury updates on Kyle Lowry and Omer Yurtseven, who continue to move closer to their returns https://t.co/Cqbx4dJExB

Victor Oladipo set to make Heat season debut tonight versus Pistons

For the first time this NBA regular season, the Miami Heat have upgraded the status of guard Victor Oladipo in the injury list today after missing the first 24 games.Oladipo briefly played in the preseason before being shut down with left knee tendinosis.With several players including Jimmy Butler potentially out tonight against the Detroit Pistons, the Heat could use Oladipo's services tonight - albeit with an understandable minutes restriction.

Heat to remain without Lowry, Yurtseven for now

The Miami Heat held their first practice since the All-Star break today.And Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reported today that Miami will have to play without Kyle Lowry and Omer Yurtseven for now.NEW: The latest Heat injury updates on Kyle Lowry and Omer Yurtseven, who continue to move closer to their returns https://t.co/Cqbx4dJExB

Victor Oladipo set to make Heat season debut tonight versus Pistons

For the first time this NBA regular season, the Miami Heat have upgraded the status of guard Victor Oladipo in the injury list today after missing the first 24 games.Oladipo briefly played in the preseason before being shut down with left knee tendinosis.With several players including Jimmy Butler potentially out tonight against the Detroit Pistons, the Heat could use Oladipo's services tonight - albeit with an understandable minutes restriction.
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Heat suspend Dewayne Dedmon one game for conduct detrimental to team

The Miami Heat, and not the NBA, have suspended center Dewayne Dedmon one game without pay for conduct detrimental to the team in lieu of his actions in the first half of Tuesday's one-point win against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Miami Herald reporter Barry Jackson reported Wednesday night.Heat suspends Dedmon for one game after consulting with NBA- Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz)
January 12, 2023

Miami's Dewayne Dedmon has been suspended one game, in consultation with the team and NBA, for actions Tuesday night that included knocking a massage gun onto court.-
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