Episodes
Heat Fall Apart Late in OT, Lose NBA Cup Opener, 123-121 to Detroit Pistons.
Published 11/13/24
Another heartbreaking loss for the Miami Heat, who lost in the final seconds to the Detroit Pistons after a disastrous chain of events to end the game including an uncharacteristic mistake by Erik Spoelstra. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to the loss, ask if the Heat should trust Tyler Herro with more of the offense, and if a starting lineup change is in order.
Published 11/13/24
The Miami Heat got their best win of the season on Sunday without Jimmy Butler. Is it time to consider trading him? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil debate the Heat's timeline and what they could get in a trade. Then they discuss the Heat's new starting lineup options and the lessons they can learn from last season's disappointing NBA Cup performance.
Published 11/12/24
Introducing Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & OKC Keep Playing SMALL? Can Donovan Mitchell's Cavs Keep Winning?! from Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association. Follow the show: Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association In this episode of Locked on NBA Game Night, hosts Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & Camille Davis (@CamilleMonae, Locked On Bucks) dive into the latest NBA action, highlighting the Oklahoma City Thunder's...
Published 11/12/24
The Miami Heat beat the Timberwolves, 95-94, after Nikola Jovic hit the game-winning layup and free throw to end a 3-game losing streak and help salvage a brutal 6-game road trip. Are the lineup changes the start of something positive for Miami? David Ramil reacts to the win, hands out credit cookies and if Kel'el Ware can continue to earn more playing time from Erik Spoelstra.
Published 11/11/24
Introducing Nikola Jokic dominates, Denver Nuggets back? What's wrong with Milwaukee Bucks? Chet Holmgren hurt from Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association. Follow the show: Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association The Denver Nuggets took down the Dallas Mavericks as Nikola Jokic dominates - is Denver back on track? Plus Chet Holmgren got hurt, Tyrese Haliburton got back on track, the Milwaukee Bucks lost again, and more from November...
Published 11/11/24
Herro, Heat Come Back From Down 8 Pts in the 4th, Beat T'Wolves 95-94 Nikola Jovic hit the tying layup and go-ahead foul shot with :07 left to life the Heat over the Minnesota Timberwolves 95-94 and snap their three-game losing streak. Jovic- who had 15 points and seven rebounds in his first game off the bench this season- cut from mid court toward the Heat basket and beat his man just enough to open up a beautiful feed from Duncan Robinson on an equally inbounds beautiful play designed...
Published 11/11/24
Heat Outshot by Nuggets, fall 135-122 for 4th loss in five games Jimmy Butler injures ankle in first quarter (left and did not return) Here’s everything you need to know about Friday night in Denver for the Heat… Miami scored 27 points in the first quarter- and ended up down 13 points at the end of the quarter. They also lost star Jimmy Butler to an injury just over 7:00 into the game. Miami shot 49%- a red-hot 47% from 3- and got badly outshot by an unconscious Denver team that scorched...
Published 11/09/24
The Miami Heat's defense is under scrutiny as they drop from 5th to 14th in defensive rating. With Bam Adebayo adjusting his offensive strategy to align with the team's new focus on three-pointers and rim shots, the Heat's dynamics are shifting. Tyler Herro and Pelle Larsson are shining, and there are questions about the Heat's starting lineup. Wes Goldberg is joined by Jeremy Taché (FanDuel Sports Network, the Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz) to talk about their confidence level in the Heat.
Published 11/08/24
Tyler Herro led the Heat (3-4) with 28 points. Reserve forward Haywood Highsmith scored 19 and Jimmy Butler added 15. Bam Adebayo had 12 points and 12 rebounds. 5 of 21 from the field, and three were dunks The Heat blew a 15-point third-quarter lead, and Kevin Durant closed it out like KD does , scored 32 points, Jusuf Nurkic had 20 points and 18 rebounds, and Devin Booker added 22 points and nine assists for Phoenix. (7-1) The Suns have won six games in a row. The Heat lead 79-64 in the...
Published 11/07/24
The Miami Heat led by as many as 15 but collapsed in a loss to the Phoenix Suns. Who is to blame most for the loss and a disastrous final possession? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to the game and discuss if a change to the starting lineup is in order.
Published 11/07/24
On Wednesday, the Miami Heat will embark on the most challenging part of their schedule, a stretch that could define their season with six straight games on the road, most against playoff teams. Can the Heat solve their third-quarter issues and optimize the starting lineup in time? Or will the worst-case scenario for the season set in? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down Miami's issues to start the season before looking ahead to this all-important stretch.
Published 11/06/24
Domantas Sabonis scored off an offensive rebound with 0.7 seconds left, as the Sacramento Kings rallied from 15 points down to beat the Heat 111-110. Miami was up by five with 1:11 left when DeMar DeRozan got a four-point play that started a game-ending 8-2 Kings run. The Heat led by 15 points early in the 3rd quarter, but were outscored 37-17 in that 12:00. They've been crushed 137-71 in the third quarter so far at home this season. They’ve been outscored by 20 or more points twice this...
Published 11/05/24
The Miami Heat fumbled away a three-point lead with 38 seconds left to lose to the Sacramento Kings on Monday night as free-throw issues and bad third quarters continue to plague the team. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dive into what's going wrong in Miami and the costly mistakes that led to them slipping to 1-3 at home this season.
Published 11/05/24
Heat Beat Washington Wizards 118-98 in Mexico City Bam Adebayo scores 32 points and grabs 14 rebounds to lead the way for Miami Kel'El Ware pumped in 15 points off the bench on 5-7 shooting from 3 for Miami. Jaime Jacques Jr. scored eight points in his first game playing in his father’s native country. Bilal Coulibaly led Washington (2-3) with 22 points. Jordan Poole added 21. Adebayo has 194 career double-doubles, 11 fewer than Alonzo Mourning (205) and 37 behind all-time leader Rony...
Published 11/03/24
The NBA buzzes with speculation as rumors swirl about Giannis potentially leaving the Milwaukee Bucks. Could the Miami Heat be his next destination? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil answer that and more on today's mailbag, including how the Heat's five-out offense is reshaping the roles of Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler, Butler's fluctuating performance and more.
Published 11/01/24
Can the Miami Heat overcome their early-season challenges? With Jimmy Butler's passive performance and Bam Adebayo's offensive struggles, the Heat's start has been less than stellar. Butler managed only 15 points, appearing fatigued, while Adebayo's lack of aggression raises concerns. In contrast, Tyler Herro shines with a 34-point game, showcasing his adaptation to the new offensive system. The Heat's persistent third-quarter issues, often losing leads when Butler sits, add to the team's...
Published 10/31/24
Bam Adebayo has struggled on offense, but is there anything the Miami Heat can do, or is this just the way the team is built? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down Miami's too-many-guys problem before reacting to Tyler Herro's comments about coming off the bench and outlining how the Heat can beat the Knicks on Wednesday night.
Published 10/30/24
Jimmy Butler scored 23 points and dished out seven assists, Terry Rozier pumped in 20 points and Tyler Herro added 19, leading the Heat beat the Detroit Pistons 106-98 in Miami. Bam Adebayo scored 12 and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Jaime Jacques Jr. also scored 12 for Miami. The Heat had to fight back from a double-digit deficit to overcome their lowest-scoring quarter of the season, as the Pistons held them to just 14 points in the quarter, with Herro and Rozoer shooting a combined 1-11 from...
Published 10/29/24
Dwyane Wade's Legacy Immortalized: Miami Heat's Iconic Tribute. The Miami Heat have unveiled a statue of Dwyane Wade outside the Kaseya Center, marking a monumental moment in the franchise's history. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss an emotional event, featuring speeches from Pat Riley and other key figures, celebrates Wade's profound impact on the team and the NBA.
Published 10/28/24
Jimmy Butler scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, and Tyler Herro scored 22- hitting five 3-pointers- to lead the Heat past the Charlotte Hornets 114-106 for their 1st win of the season. Terry Rozier added 19 points, and Bam Adebayo had 12 points and 11 rebounds for Miami. (1-1) Butler added eight assists and eight rebounds for the Heat after scoring just three points in Miami’s season-opening home loss to Orlando. LaMelo Ball put up 27 points, eight rebounds and seven assists...
Published 10/27/24