Alex and Facci welcome on Miami Heat expert, Aaron Washington, of the No Trade Clause podcast. Aaron gives GREAT insight on the Miami Heat's upcoming season and discusses the future of Jimmy Butler. At the end of the preview, Alex and Aaron go head-to-head in a draft, selecting players who played for both the Heat and the Pacers in their careers! This was a fun draft, but we need to hear from you all on who you think drafted the better team!

Here are the questions the guys asked Aaron:

1). The Heat finished last season as the 8 seed and lost 4-1 to the Boston Celtics after making it to the NBA Finals in the 2022-2023 season. What ceiling do you see for this current core led by Bam and Jimmy? 

2). What does the longterm future look like for Jimmy Butler?

3). The Heat drafted Kel’el Ware 15th overall in the 2024 draft. He had an impressive showing in the NBA Summer League, leading the team to become Summer League Champions. What type of impact do you anticipate him having this season and what did you learn about his game from Summer League Play?

4). The Heat re-signed Kevin Love, Haywood Highsmith and signed Alec Burkes. What were your thoughts on the minor moves Miami made this summer?

5). I know we talked about Kel’el Ware earlier, but his draft class teammate, Pelle Larsson also had a successful summer league. What are your thoughts on the 44th overall pick from Arizona?

6). Who is the X-Factor for the Miami Heat this season? 

7 What are your expectations for Jamie Jacquez Jr. next season? 

8). A successful season for the Miami Heat next season will be?

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