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5 Post-Practice Comments from Spoelstra, Butler, Crowder

5 Post-Practice Comments from Spoelstra, Butler, Crowder

The Miami Heat had another media session after another early morning practice today. Jimmy Butler spoke on the Indiana match-up and the chances of this current Heat team. Here's what was said... Post-Practice Comment #1: Jimmy Butler, on hype vs. T.J. Warren, "We can kill that. That's something of the past."— Ira Winderman (@IraHeatBeat) August ...
Lewin Diaz

Meet the Marlins: Lewin Diaz

The Miami Marlins made a few roster moves this afternoon, following their 8-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves. The team moved Corey Dickerson to the Bereavement List and called up first base prospect Lewin Diaz. Marlins Call Up Lewin Diaz The 23-year-old Diaz, who’s from the Dominican Republic, stands six-foot-foot and is an imposing figure ...
5 Post-Practice Comments from Spoelstra, Dragic, Adebayo, Jones Jr

5 Post-Practice Comments from Spoelstra, Dragic, Adebayo, Jones Jr

The Miami Heat had an early practice on Saturday morning, preparing for the start of the playoffs. They spoke with some media afterward, including some discussion on the health of Derrick Jones Jr. Here's what was said... Post-Practice Comment #1: Derrick Jones Jr., on his health,"Good just a little sore."— Ira Winderman (@IraHeatBeat) August 15, ...
Marlins beat Braves

Marlins Beat Braves 8-2, Maintain NL East Lead

The Miami Marlins entered Friday night’s home opener as unlikely NL East leaders. While most thought the Marlins would occupy the cellar of the division, Miami sits atop the NL East in August for the first time in franchise history. They’ve done so without more than half of their Opening Day roster. Friday night, the ...
5 Overall Takeaways from Miami Heat’s Eight Seeding Games

5 Overall Takeaways from Miami Heat’s Eight Seeding Games

The Miami Heat fell to 3-5 during their seeding games in the bubble, but this record does not show the amount of positive signs that was shown from their young players. As we now approach the beginning of the NBA playoffs, here's a look back at what I took away from the regular season games ...
5 Takeaways from Heat's Final Regular Season Game Against Pacers

5 Takeaways from Heat’s Final Regular Season Game Against Pacers

The Miami Heat played a meaningless game against the Indiana Pacers, and lost 109-92. Miami's Jimmy Butler, Goran Dragic, and Bam Adebayo didn't play, which is why it doesn't hold much importance. There was also an unfortunate situation that occurred in the third quarter, which was an injury to the Heat's Derrick Jones Jr. Here ...
Marlins

5 Takeaways from Marlins Wild Road Trip

The Miami Marlins get a home opener, finally. After a 6-day road trip morphed into a 23-day odyssey, the Marlins are set to defend their home (new) turf for the first time this season. Miami enters the game after a thrilling 14-11 victory over the Blue Jays and own a 1-game over the Braves in ...
Miami Heat's Playoff Schedule Released

Miami Heat’s Playoff Schedule Released

It was finally made official yesterday that the Miami Heat would be facing the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the playoffs. And today, they released the official days and times of these games. The Heat playoff sked Game 1, Tuesday, 8/18, 4pmGame 2, Thursday, 8/20, 1pmGame 3, Saturday, 8/22, 3:30pmGame 4, Monday, 8/24, ...
Blaise Matuidi Officially Signs for Inter Miami

Blaise Matuidi Officially Signs for Inter Miami

Inter Miami CF have gone out and signed a World Cup winner in Blaise Matuidi. The midfielder will depart Juventus for free, a year before his contract was set to expire. Juventus had recently won the Serie A, but were knocked out in the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final last week. Following the loss, eyes ...
5 Dynamic Duos on Current Miami Heat Team

5 Dynamic Duos on Current Miami Heat Team

The Miami Heat are very different in a sense of their on court connections. Most teams have good lineups that they revolve their team around, but Miami has good duos. Each player on this team has their own running mate that they achieve the most offensive success with, which is why Coach Spo has begun ...
Marlins beat Blue Jays

Marlins Finish Road Trip with Thriller, Beat Blue Jays 14-11

The Miami Marlins escaped Buffalo, NY, with a series split after a thrilling win over the Toronto Blue Jays. Miami built an 8-0 lead before Toronto stormed back thanks to seven home runs. But after dropping the game in extra innings on Tuesday night, the Marlins put three runs on the board in the 10th ...
5 Post-Game Comments from Spoelstra, Robinson, Butler, Herro

5 Post-Game Comments from Spoelstra, Robinson, Butler, Herro

The Miami Heat suffered a late loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a three point shot from Mike Muscala for the win. The Miami Heat still seemed in good spirits since their starters didn't play in the second half. Afterward, some players talked with local media about the game. Here's what was said ...
5 Takeaways from Heat's Late Loss to OKC

5 Takeaways from Heat’s Late Loss to OKC

The Miami Heat fell short to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 116-115. This game did not carry much importance for Miami, which is why Miami sat their star players in the second half. Here are 5 takeaways from this game... #1: Duncan Robinson needs much more than a hand in his face to be stopped. Duncan ...
Marlins extra innings

Marlins Lose In Extra Innings

The Marlins first experience with MLB’s new extra innings rule left the team with a bitter taste in their mouth. Miami dropped the 10-inning affair 5-4 and have lost three straight after a six-game winning streak and 7-1 start overall. Elieser Hernandez went 5.1 innings and surrendered three earned runs. He made one mistake pitch ...
Miami Heat Secure 4 or 5 Seed in Eastern Conference

Miami Heat Secure 4 or 5 Seed in Eastern Conference

The Miami Heat have had their fair share of ups and downs during their time in the bubble. But finally secured a 4 or 5 seed, due to a Philadeplia 76ers loss to the hot Phoenix Suns. This means that the Miami Heat will match-up with either the Indiana Pacers or Philadelphia 76ers in the ...