Miami Heat Game Thread for February

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Whiteside blocks his way into NBA record book

 

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The Miami Heat continues to be at its best in the clutch | Heat Check

 

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Hey look, the Heat got screwed out of some calls -- what else is new?

 

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So it through instagram on my phone - will have to find it again to post it here - a meme of Hassan Whiteside similar to the popular Wilt Chamberlin image of him holding a sign that says "100" except the Hassan meme reads " I am doing it with blocks"

 

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Miami Heat Is Better Without Hassan Whiteside on the Court

Warning - Miami Times is known to often write stupid , baseless articles. This is no different. One of their wannabe writers is the outdated rap/hip-hop artist, miami native Uncle Luke so that should tell you all you need to know

 

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Josh McRoberts' mysterious, unquantifiable play help Heat win

 

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ASK IRA: Can Heat survive with their 3-point shooting?

 

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Josh McRoberts' mysterious, unquantifiable play help Heat win

But he will never be given the credit deserved for it

 

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Heat Game Day: Los Angeles Clippers at Miami Heat

We are 1.5 favorites to win this according to some lines -- Blake Griffin the only notable absence for the Clips

How do you like our chances against a still very good team despite BG's absence

 

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Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade are typically the leading scorers for this team. An argument could be made that Hassan Whiteside is usually among the team's top scorers when he is healthy. Beyond that, there is no consistency. Even in wins, the 3-point scoring is dismal. Every team in the NBA knows this and their approach is to pack the paint, double-team Bosh and Wade at times and let the Heat launch uncontested threes as often as they like. I really hope that shooting help is on the way by the trading deadline. -- Michael, Miami.

A: In that regard, I think a huge statement was made Friday with the victory in Charlotte, when instead of forcing 3-pointers, the Heat moved the ball and worked the offense, and pressed the pace, to the point where they were able to create quality scoring opportunities without 3-point threats. Yes, it actually can be done. What the Heat have done with their off-the-ball movement lately, especially along the baseline, is create enough distraction for the defense, that the pick-and-roll game can thrive. Yes, 3-point shooting certainly would help, and I'm sure Pat Riley is speed-dialing for options. But in the interim, the Heat are not forcing the issue, and instead making their unique approach work. With six victories in the last seven, you can't argue with the results.


Translation: When the Heat take it inside instead of fall in love with the 3 or try to get into a shootout with the opponent, they are usually OK

 

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Just realized the unfortunate news that this game is only on ABC looks like the mute button will have to be used

 

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NBA bans players from intentionally fouling at free throw line

 

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Report: NBA Considering Roster Expansion

 

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Doc Rivers sees potential Heat value with Whiteside off bench

 

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Both teams missing some good shots but better defense by the heat is the difference in this game. If the same keeps up, the Heat could run away with one early