Locked On Heat - Daily Podcast On The Miami Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo is staying with the Bucks so what's happens next with the Miami Heat? Do they pivot to James Harden or another disgruntled superstar? Should they just stay pat? Did they make a mistake by saving salary cap space for next year? I break that all down, and give you my takeaways from Monday's preseason game with the Pelicans.

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With the NBA preseason set to begin for Miami, here's what to look for during Monday night's matchup against the Pelicans, including Jimmy Butler's minutes, Erik Spoelstra's rotations, potential breakout players and more. Plus, looking at the debate across #HeatTwitter, a potential trade for James Harden at the expense of giving up Tyler Herro.

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James Harden has reportedly included Miami as one of his preferred trade destinations and The Beard could be on his way to the Heat. I break down all the reasons why this would be an incredible move for the team before talking with Locked On Rockets host Jackson Gatlin to hear Houston's perspective on potential trade packages and much, much more.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo talked about his contract extension and Heat fans are seeing good signs of adding the 2-time MVP. Is there finally fire or is it just smoke? I talk about that, James Harden looking to leave Houston, ESPN's ranking of several Heat players and if this might be the year KZ Okpala finally breaks out.

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Katie Heindl of DIME joins me on the show to discuss how media members cover abuse allegations in the NBA and the responsibility that comes with that. It's a difficult conversation about a subject that has no clear answer but needs more transparency. Plus, we talk about Kyrie Irving's stand to media availability this season.

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The third installment of my Camp Questions series looks at Tyler Herro's potential growth next season. After a strong debut and some clutch moments, I think Herro might be poised for even bigger things in 2021. I also talk about Miami's Christmas Day schedule and the Westbrook-to-Wizards deal that has big implications for the Heat's plans to lure a whale soon.

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With the team conducting individual workouts, it's time to address key questions with the regular-season start just a few weeks away. Part two of the week-long series looks at how rookie Precious Achiuwa - who spoke to media on Tuesday afternoon - will fit in this season, whether last season's strong team chemistry is sustainable and if there's a bigger goal beyond just a solid record during this 72-game stretch.

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Just days before the 2020-21 season resumes, there are some questions about the Miami Heat and their run for a fourth championship.. This week, I'll give you the answers. In this first episode, I break down who starts (and finishes) for the team, if Goran Dragic will be available to play all season and whether Jimmy Butler needs to undergo a "maintenance program" to help keep him healthy for the playoffs.

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Does the Miami Heat get the respect they deserve from national media? I debate whether or not that's the case before talking about key dates and the NBA schedule in place for the 2020-21 season - training camp is just days away! - and how the league is preparing for the potential impacts of COVID-19.

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Some recent comments from ESPN's Zach Lowe has Heat fans pretty upset, so Wes Goldberg joins me on the show to debate if Miami's playoff run was a fluke, before we get into what we're thankful for about this incredible Heat team and comparing specific players to traditional Thanksgiving dishes. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

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