Heaters Gonna Heat

In a game where Jimmy and Bam combined to shoot below 25% from the field, the Heat almost walked away with a win until a buzzer beater by White forced a Game 7. We recap the game, from the White shot to the star play to officiating. Then, we look ahead to Game 7 tonight, winner takes all including a trip the NBA Finals (16:41). Next episode tomorrow! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/Heaters...

A similar script to Game 4 played out in Game 5 as Boston blew Miami out for the second time in a row since going down 0-3. As usual we start with going through the game and the familiar takeaways about turnovers, 3p shooting, and Jimmy's lack of interest. Then, we look ahead to a pivotal Game 6 in Miami and what the Heat can do to finish this series (15:21). Next episode Monday! Heaters Gonna...

Bad 3 point shooting, sloppy turnovers, and poor star play were all hallmarks of the regular season Miami Heat, and they showed up in Game 4 for Boston to capitalize on to keep their season alive. As usual, we recap Game 4 and talk about the major takeaways in this loss. Then, we look ahead to Game 5 where the Heat will get their second chance to close out the Celtics and advance to the Finals (12...

With the South Beach crowd cheering them on, Gabe Vincent and Duncan Robinson led a 3 point barrage that put Miami up 3-0 over Boston. As usual, we recap the game and talk about the major takeaways. Then, we preview Game 4 tomorrow night in Miami where the Heat will attempt to sweep the Celtics (11:43). Next episode Wednesday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: ht...

With Grant Williams in his ear. Jimmy Butler again took control in the 4th and powered a comeback win for the Miami Heat. We go over Game 2 and what Miami did to steal this one to secure a 2-0 lead. Then, we look ahead to Game 3 on Sunday as the series goes to South Beach and what to expect from a Celtics team trying to avoid the 0-3 death hole (13:50). Next episode on Monday! Heaters Gonna Heat:...

The long feared turd quarter flipped in Miami's favor as they outscored Boston 46-25 in the third to take Game 1 on the road. As usual, we go through Game 1 including a recap and major takeaways. Then, we look ahead to Game 2 this Friday where the Heat will try to take a 2-0 lead, and the Celtics will look to adjust to tie the series (14:18). Next episode is Saturday recapping Game 2 and previ...

After finishing off the Knicks Friday, the Heat enjoyed some much needed rest Sunday while the Celtics were blowing out the Sixers to set another Eastern Conference Finals between them. We preview the series, what Miami will need to do on both ends, and the x factors that could decide this series. Then, we look ahead to Game 1 at Boston on Wednesday and what the Heat can lean on to steal Game 1 (1...

It was an ugly game played at South Beach, but the Miami Heat survived taking Game 6 and with it another trip to the Eastern Conference Finals. We recap Game 6, mud and all, then go through the takeaways for the series clincher. Miami's next opponent is decided Sunday, so the next episode will be Monday to preview the conference finals! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Ky...

Trying to close out the Knicks on their home court, Miami couldn't make an open 3 or grab a rebound as they let a close out game slip away. As usual, we go through Game 5 and what stood out in this loss. Then, we look ahead to Game 6 tomorrow night at Miami where the Heat will try to close this series out again (12:07). Next episode Saturday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeat...

The Heat beat the Knicks at their own game, grabbing 7 offensive rebounds in the 4th quarter to seal a Game 4 victory and take a 3-1 series lead. As usual, we recap last night's game and discuss the major takeaways. Then, we look ahead to Game 5 where the Heat will try to close out the Knicks, and what the Knicks could hope for to avoid elimination (14:16). Next episode will be Thursday! Heate...

To no surprise, Jimmy Butler played Saturday as the Heat handled business against the Knicks, taking a 2-1 lead in the process. We recap the game, and how Miami won by 19 despite a frigid shooting performance. Then, we talk Game 4 Monday where Miami will look to take a 3-1 lead before the series shifts back to New York (12:58). Next episode will be Tuesday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/...

With Jimmy Butler in street clothes, the Heat dug deep and shot a ton of 3's as they came up short of stealing Game 2 in Madison Square Garden. As usual, we recap the game and the major takeaways. Then, we look ahead to Game 3 as the series shifts back to Miami for the next two games (13:31). Next episode will be Sunday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: http...

In an incredible overtime win, the Miami Heat became the sixth 8th seed to upset a 1st seed in NBA history, advancing past the Milwaukee Bucks. As usual, we go through an insane Game 5 that saw Miami lose 3 players to foul trouble. Then, we look ahead to the start of the next round at New York to take on the Knicks Sunday (14:47). Next episode Monday recapping Game 1, diving into the matchup again...

Jimmy Butler scored 56 points, tied 4th all time in NBA playoff history, as the Miami Heat rallied late in the 4th to steal Game 4 and a 3-1 series lead over the Milwaukee Bucks. As usual, we go through the game and highlight the takeaways (hint: Butler). Then, we look ahead to a potential close out Game 5 Wednesday at Milwaukee (13:55). Next episode Thursday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.c...

With Giannis still out, the Heat capitalized this time, shooting 49% from 3p with a raucous home crowd behind them as they blew the Bucks out. As usual, we first go through the game and key takeaways including the performance of Jimmy and Duncan, and the unfortunate injury to Oladipo. Then, we look ahead to a huge Game 4 on Monday and ask what adjustments both teams could make then (13:27). Heater...

After a stunning Game 1 win behind scorching hot shooting, the Heat were on the receiving end of a 3 point barrage Wednesday from the Bucks, losing 138-122. After the recap, we look ahead to Game 3 on Saturday where Miami can try to answer back (10:02) Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbask...

After advancing out of the play-in, the Heat not only made the playoffs, but put their first round opponent on their heels after Game 1. We start with recaps of the play-in game against the Chicago Bulls and the first game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Then, we breakdown the history, matchup, and key factors for the Heat to potentially upset the 1st seed Bucks (13:15). Lastly, we look ahead to Game...

Hosting an Atlanta team who they've handled all season, Miami gave up 22 offensive rebounds for 26 2nd chance points in a loss to the Hawks. We go over their 116-105 loss and what went so horribly wrong. Then, we look ahead to Miami's second play-in game against the Chicago Bulls this Friday (12:10). Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/K...

The regular season has come to a close with the Miami Heat as the 7th seed going into the play-in tournament. First, we go over the last of the regular season games against the Pistons, Sixers, Wizards, and Magic. Then, we discuss how Miami fared statistically over the course of the regular season (18:34). Then lastly we look ahead to the upcoming matchup against the Atlanta Hawks for the 7th seed...

With a week left in the regular season, the Heat find themselves most likely to finish as the 7th seed and in the play in tournament. We go over last week's games agains the Raptors, Knicks, and Mavs. Then, we go over what Miami has left to play for in their last 4 games (16:47). Lastly, we look ahead to those games against to Pistons, Sixers, Wizards, and Magic (27:44). Heaters Gonna Heat: ht...

It was another week where Miami took a great step forward out of the play-in, only to take a tragic step back to it. As usual, we start going over last week's win over the Knicks and blowout loss to the Nets. Then, we dive into Miami's season long inability to maintain win streaks and how that compares to other East teams (13:50). Lastly, we go over the standings, the injury report, and ne...

Though it was another week of ups and downs, Miami still made progress going 3-1 to make up some ground. As usual, we start with recaps of last week's games against the Jazz, Grizzlies, Bulls, and Pistons. Then, we ask if Tyler Herro can extend his hot scoring beyond the 4th quarter as Miami's season enters the closing moment (21:18). Finally, we look at the standings, who's injured, a...

Jimmy Butler has gone playoff mode, and it might not matter as Miami went 2-2 in their last week. As usual we go over last week's games against the Hawks, Cavs, and Magic. Then, we discuss the mounting tension that led to Jimmy's walkoff Saturday night (17:42). Finally, we look at the standings, the injury report, and a relatively soft upcoming week Miami could capitalize on (29:00). Heaters Gonna...

In the middle of a season defining home stand, Miami is still clinging to a chance at a playoff spot. First, we go over last week's games against the Sixers, Knicks, and Hawks. Then, we ask if Miami's offense is starting to show life, is the rotation settled, and can Miami make it out of the playin (20:53). Lastly, we look at the ever more important standings, a small injury list, and a tough week...

At 61 out of 82 games, the Heat are 7th in the East with an incredibly good defense but even more incredibly bad offense. First, we go over the back to back losses to the Bucks and Hornets. Then, we look at statistics for Miami's great defense and not so great offense (13:37). Lastly, we look at the standings, injuries, and ahead to the start of a season defining home stand for Miami (28:11) Heate...