Heaters Gonna Heat

HGH is back one last time to go over the Heat's summer. From Jimmy's contract negotiations to the draft, free agency and the summer league, the Heat's offseason has so far been about building towards Bam's timeline. With Jimmy potentially leaving after this season, it's now clear if it wasn't already we're entering the Bam era. In personal news, I've decided to disc...

For the third game in a row, the Heat failed to score 90 pts in route to a 4-1 series loss to the Celtics. After a quick recap, I talk about where the Heat go from here in regards to their core 3 of Tyler, Jimmy, and Bam. It's time to build around Bam. HGH is taking a break as I have to job hunt, hope to be back sooner than later! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Rus...

In another game where the Heat failed to score 90 points, they got blown out by the Celtics (mainly Derrick White's 38) to fall into a 3-1 series deficit. I go over Game 4, how the Heat's young players did and what went wrong. Then, I talk about Game 5 tomorrow, an elimination game for the Heat (12:50). Next episode Thursday recapping Game 5 and previewing whatever comes next! Heaters Gonn...

With the series shifting to Miami, the Heat were blown out in Game 3 by the Celtics and now back down 2-1. I go over where things went wrong and who if any played well for the Heat. Then, I look ahead to Game 4 on Monday and what adjustments the Heat could make as they try to pull another rabbit out of there hat (13:41). Next episode Tuesday recapping Game 4 and previewing Game 5! Heaters Gonna He...

Spo conjured up a dark arts masterclass, the Heat making a franchise record 23 threes in route to a stunning Game 2 upset of the Celtics. I go over the 10 pt win, who played well and who didn't, and what Miami did to steal home court. Then, I look ahead to Game 3 this Saturday in Miami and wonder what adjustments the Heat or Celtics will make (13:53). Next episode Sunday recapping Game 3 and p...

After escaping the play-in tournament Friday night, the Heat travelled to Boston for a Sunday afternoon Game 1 beatdown. I got over the 20-point loss, who played well, who didn't, and where things went wrong for the Heat. Then, I look ahead to Game 2 and the possible adjustments Miami could make to be more competitive (13:37). Next episode Thursday recapping Game 2 and previewing Game 3! Heate...

The Miami Heat crushed the Chicago Bulls last night to take the 8th seed in this year's playoffs! I go over the 112-91 victory and the great games all across the roster. Then, I look ahead to Game 1 against the Boston Celtics tomorrow (9:03). Quick episode today, series breakdown in Monday's episode! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/K...

The Heat went into the Sixers arena with a great gameplan but Batum and other factors spoiled the win. I go over last night's loss from the Jimmy injury in the first to free chicken in the third and more. Then, I look ahead to the one guaranteed game left this season vs. the Chicago Bulls Friday (16:57). I'll be back Saturday to go over the results! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/...

Despite a solid 3-1 week, the Heat didn't get any outside help and have an upcoming play-in game at Philly. First, I go over the last week of the regular season against the Hawks, Mavs, and Raptors twice. Then, I make the argument that the Heat can still make a deep playoff run (14:26). To close, I preview tomorrow's game at the Sixers and what are the keys for the Heat winning (30:05). I&...

After a 2-2 week, the Heat dropped key games that have them almost certainly in the Play-In tournament next week. I start by going over the games against the Knicks, Sixers, Rockets, and Pacers. Then, I discuss what the Heat might do with this last week of the regular season (14:58). Lastly, I look ahead to the last 4 games against the Hawks, Mavs, and Raptors twice (22:03). Next week, the regular...

Despite a 60 pt blowout win, the Heat's focus remains on getting out of the play-in. I go over last week's games against the Warriors, Blazers, and Wizards. After, I spend some time talking about what the playoff rotation could look like (10:52). Finally, I look ahead to the all-important week against the Knicks, Sixers, Rockets, and Pacers (23:03). Only 2 weeks left! Next week we should k...

The Heat might have gotten their most dominant win yesterday, but over the week they went 2-2 and are still the 7th seed in the East. I start by going over the last week against the Sixers, Cavs twice, and Pelicans. Afterwards, I question whether this team is ready to move on from Jimmy to Bam (16:25). Lastly, I go over the standings, Heat injuries, and the next week of games against the Warriors,...

With the Heat up in Detroit over the weekend news broke that Herro would miss a few more weeks, leading me to wonder what Miami's does now. But first, I recap last week's games against the Nuggets and Pistons twice. Then, I ask how the latest news on Herro affects Miami in the short, medium, and long-term (16:13). To close I look at the injury report, standings, and the next week of Heat g...

After a stretch of great competitive basketball, the Heat left me concerned after an embarrassing loss to the Wizards Sunday. As usual, I start by going over last week's games against the Pistons, Mavs, Thunder, and Wizards. Afterwards I highlight some areas of struggle for Miami in this recent stretch and wonder if they just need some rest (16:10). To finish I look ahead to the next week of g...

The Heat have continued playing excellent basketball, picking up some big wins along the way. I go over last week's games against the Kings, Blazers, Nuggets, and Jazz. Then, I analyze how Miami's doing on both ends now that we're 60 games into the seaosn (16:55). Lastly, I preview the next week of Heat games against the Pistons, Mavs, Thunder, and Wizards (27:33). It's a paaaaacke...

The playoff stretch run has begun and the Heat are looking to get out of the play-in. I recap their win over the Pelicans and the fight that broke out. Then, I go through a number of players and team storylines I hope/expect to see over the next few weeks (9:49). Finally, I preview the rest of Miami's week against the Kings, Blazers, Nuggets, and Jazz (21:19). Next week, we hit the 3 quarter m...

The Heat finished their pre All-Star Break with two big wins to get to 30-25, the same record they had at this point last year. First, I go over the wins against the Bucks and Sixers. Then, I talk about the addition of Delon Wright and what he can bring to the roster (10:58). Afterwards, I go through the East standings and who Miami will compete against for the next few weeks (14:51). Last, I look...

After a brief bout of health, the Heat got banged up in a fierce rivalry game but do have the All-Star break to get some health back. I start out like usual talking about last week's games against the Magic, Spurs, and Celtics. Then, I go over why the Heat didn't make any moves at the trade deadline, the others in the East that did, and who the Heat could look at in the buyout market (18:4...

After a rough 7 game losing streak, the Heat had a positive week going 2-1. As usual, I recap last week's games against the Kings, Wizards, and Clippers. Then, I discuss Miami's position heading into the trade deadline and some potential targets they could look into (12:33). To close, I look ahead to a challenging week at home against the Magic, Spurs, and Celtics (23:55). Next week, post...

The Heat made a major move, trading Kyle Lowry for Terry Rozier, but the losses have continued to pile up to 7 straight. First, I talk about the Rozier acquisition and what it means for the Heat on and off the court. Then, I grit my teeth going through last week's losses to the Grizzlies, Celtics, Knicks, and Suns (8:20). Afterwards, I again ask what's going on with this losing streak for...

Despite having Jimmy, Bam, and Herro back, the Heat find themselves in a 3 game losing streak. Not deterred, I start by going over the losses to the Raptors, Hawks, Magic. Then, I discuss what's been going wrong this week and where the Heat could change things internally and externally (11:54). Afterwards, I spend a few minutes talking about All-Star selections (26:44), before wrapping up look...

The Heat finished off an impressive home stand and grabbed a tough OT road win to get to 24-16 after 40 games. As usual, I go through the games against the Thunder, Magic, Hornets, and Nets. Then, I go through some stats for how the Heat look after half the season has been played (15:57). Lastly, I look ahead to the next week of games against the Raptors, Hawks, and Magic (28:18). Next week, some...

As players like Butler, Martin, and Haywood continue to recover, the Heat have been staying afloat thanks to their young core. First, I go over the latest games against the Clippers, Lakers, Suns, and Rockets. Then, I look into the performance of players like Jaquez and Jovic as they try to fill big roles and get big wins (13:11). Lastly, I look ahead to the next week of games against the Thunder,...

The Heat started their West Coast road trip, going 1-1 to start against the Warriors and Jazz. After talking about those games, I give my hopes for Heat players to improve on to start the New Year (08:39). Then, I close looking ahead to the rest of the West Coast swing against the Clippers, Lakers, and Suns (18:24). Next week, what takeaways are there from this road trip? Heaters Gonna Heat: https...

As the New Year approaches, it's time to reflect on the almost over 2023 year. But first, I go through last week's games against the Wolves, Magic, Hawks, and Sixers. Then, I recap the last year for me as a Heat fan, the lows and the highs as well as what the emergence of JJ means for the Heat going forward (15:42). Lastly, I look ahead to the next week of Heat games as they start their We...