Heaters Gonna Heat

Though the Heat failed to acquire front court depth at the trade deadline, they did make significant additions via the buyout market. First, we recap the Heat's last 2 games before the All-Star break against the Nuggets and Nets. Then, we look at the additions of Kevin Love and Cody Zeller to the Heat and what that means for their playoff hopes (11:07). Finally, we take a bird's eye view at the He...

The trade deadline has now passed with Miami not making any significant trades to improve the roster, practically shutting the door on title contention this year. Before the sad talk, we break down the Heat's undefeated week against the Pacers, Rockets, and Magic. Then, we dive into the ramifications of the trade deadline and why Miami should focus the rest of this season on setting up for the fut...

After finishing their eastern road trip 1-3, the Heat find themselves in a delicate spot with the trade deadline looming. First, we go over last week's games against the Cavs, Knicks, and Bucks. Then, we outline the reasons why Miami will make a move for a power forward by the deadline (16:18). Last, we look ahead to next week's games against the Pacers, Rockets, and Magic (25:52)/ Heaters Gonna H...

The All-Star starters were announced last week, meaning this week the East coaches will be picking the reserves. First, we go over last week's games against the Celtics, Magic, and Hornets. Then, we go over the case for Bam Adebayo over Jimmy Butler as the Heat's All-Star selection (14:26). Lastly, we look at the Heat's standing in the East, injury progress, and a pivotal road trip this week (21:4...

With the trade season starting to heat up, Miami should be looking for a trade to shore up their championship hopes. First, we go over last week's games against the Hawks, Pelicans, and Mavericks. Then, we dive intro trade talk with what Miami can offer and which power forwards they should target (15:42). Finally, we look at the standings and ahead to next week's games against the Celtics, Magic,...

Miami went 3-0 this week, closing out their home stand 3-1 before hitting the road again. As usual we start by going over the Heat's NBA record night against the Thunder and the two home games against the Bucks. Then, we evaluate Caleb Martin, Dewayne Dedmon, and Victor Oladipo's contracts ahead of the trade deadline now that all 3 are eligible (17:11). Lastly, we look at the standings, injuries,...

After a very close game against the Brooklyn Nets last night, the Heat have played 41 of 82 games to reach the halfway point of the season. We first go over last week's games on the road against the Clippers, Lakers, and Suns then last night's loss to the Nets. Then, we analyze the Heat as they stand relative to the league, areas of improvement for the second half, and positives that have come out...

Happy New Year! The Heat finished their home stand strong with a win over the Lakers, then split the first 2 games of an all West 5 game road trip with a loss to the Nuggets and a win over the Jazz. After recapping the games, we look at current makeup of the East as teams approach the halfway mark (17:21). Finally, we look ahead to the rest of Miami's road trip and a big matchup to start their nex...

The Heat's home stand got off to a bad start but there's still the chance to salvage it before hitting the road. We go over last week's games against the Bulls, Pacers, and Timberwolves. Then, we look ahead to the end of the home stand and start of a rough 5 game western road trip (15:41). Last but not least we break down the All-Star selection process and make the argument for/against Tyler Herro...

After a 3-0 week, and a 4 game win streak, the Heat have improved to 16-15 to finally be a winning team. We go over last week's games against the Thunder, Rockets, and Spurs. Then, we look at Herro's amazing week and ask if he's breaking out into an All-Star level player (12:59). Afterwards, we talk about the impact of Herro's improved play and how that plays in to the Heat as they climb the ranki...

There's no other way to cut it, the Heat's December schedule is an easy one. We go over last week's games against the Clippers, Spurs, and Pacers. Then, we go over the need for Miami to capitalize on this month, and how the rotation could tighten up (11:29). Lastly, we look ahead to what could be a make or break week for Miami's season (22:41). Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeatin...

HGH is back on track for the rest of the season! With 25 out of 82 games played, it's time to take a look at how the Heat have done a quarter of the way through. Then, we look at how injuries, the bench, and lack of size have negatively impacted Miami (11:19). Afterwards, we bring up the positive play of Adebayo, Herro, and Lowry (22:22). Finally, we take a brief look ahead to next week's games (3...

In a week where the Heat beat an undefeated Blazers and lost to a winless Kings, the Heat are still searching for answers and wins. We go over last week's rollercoaster games against the Blazers, Warriors, and Kings. Then, we discuss reasons for optimism in what's continued to be a bad start for Miami (11:50). Lastly, we look ahead to the month of November to see what the Heat need to look out for...

The 2022-23 season has kicked off and the Heat find themselves in a 1-3 hole already. We go over storylines coming out of last week's games against Chicago, Boston, and Toronto (twice). Then, we look at some concerning trends for Miami around 3-point shooting, backup 5 minutes, and lack of size (10:26). Lastly, we look ahead to next week's games against the Trail Blazers, Warriors, and Kings (26:1...

As the start of the 2022-23 season looms for the Miami Heat, the East looks more competitive than ever. First, we look at the Heat's last preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, we break down all the teams in the East and how they stack up as the season begins tonight (5:57). Finally, we preview the first games of the season as the Heat start on a 4 game home stand (37:21). Heaters...

The preseason is underway, and the Heat have decided to use it to figure out their bench and end of roster players. We go over a bunch of general preseason takeaways, from the approach Spo has gone with to the team play and how it signals another year of Miami being deep. Then, we go over 3 standout players from the preseason, Duncan Robinson, Jamal Cain, and Nikola Jovic (10:46). Next week, we pr...

Training camp has already come and gone, with the big news coming out having to be Tyler Herro's 130 million contract extension. We go over what this means for Herro and the Heat, as well as other training camp takeaways. Then, we go over some storylines to follow throughout the preseason schedule and go over the Heat's 5 preseason games (10:15). Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeat...

With training camp starting and pre-season already looming, the Heat have to decide on a starting shooting guard and power forward. For shooting guard, there are legitimate cases for Tyler Herro, Victor Oladipo, and Max Strus. Then for power forward (12:44), there's potentially Caleb Martin, Haywood Highsmith, or if Spo wants to get crazy, Bam Adebayo with Omer Yurtseven starting at center. We clo...

After missing out on the whales and losing PJ Tucker to an eastern conference rival, the Heat will look towards their own players improving to be a better team to start the upcoming season. First up is the Heat's cornerstone, Bam Adebayo, and looking into how his offense could improve. Miami also has an even younger player with upside, Tyler Herro, who with some added athleticism could be ready to...

With the departure of PJ Tucker over the summer, there's a big glaring obvious hole on Miami's roster at the four. We start by looking back over the last three years at how the Heat's title hopes have risen and fallen based on the power forward spot. Then, we look at how the Heat could patch together minutes at the 4 throughout the season (9:34). To wrap up, we look at some players Miami should ke...

With Kevin Durant rescinding his trade request from the Nets, and Donovan Mitchell getting traded from the Jazz to the Cavaliers, Miami and Riley have to call it quits on the whale hunt for the moment. We go over the Durant trade saga (1:00) and the Mitchell trade saga (9:01) before assessing what we can learn from this latest summer and how superstar trades will be conducted going forward (19:20)...

NBA free agency got hijacked with the news that Kevin Durant requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, with Miami being one of many teams in pursuit of acquiring him. Still, free agency carried on and the Heat were able to make some solid moves. We go over the departure of PJ Tucker and the hole at power forward that left, as well as the re-signings of Oladipo, Dedmon, and Martin. Then, we go in d...

After a great season, Miami goes into the offseason like all teams looking to improve for next season. First up, we break down the Heat's 27th draft pick Nikola Jovic and the potential he has to be Bam's frontcourt partner. Then, we preview Heat flight risks ahead of free agency (11:26). Lastly, we look around the league and see how moves other teams are making could impact the Heat in this offsea...

Though their playoff run fell just short of the NBA Finals, the 2021-22 Miami Heat season was still a great success. We recap the entire season, from the 2021 offseason through the regular season and ultimately the playoffs. Then, we look ahead to the Heat's 2022 offseason and where the Heat can improve the roster, be it the draft, free agency, trades, or internal development (19:00). Heaters Gonn...

It all came down to a Game 7 in Miami, the Heat needing one more push to take the lead and advance to the Finals, but the comeback fell short. Jimmy Butler went the distance, Bam Adebayo was out there swinging, but the 3p problems that have plagued Miami all postseason ultimately did them in. We also go over some quick observations from a crazy Game 7 finale, then look ahead to what'll be coming n...