Best Heat Higlights Podcasts (2024)

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Is Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo or Tyler Herro the Miami Heat's Most Important Player Next Season? 49:41

1d ago49:41

49:41

For the Miami Heat to have a more successful 2024-25 season, they’ll need the core rotation players to step up, from Jimmy Butler at the top to young players hoping to make an impact. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil rank the top five players who can make the Heat's 2024-25 season a success. For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, wh…

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Where Terry Rozier Ranks Among the NBA's Top Point Guards 30:36

32m ago30:36

30:36

Where does Terry Rozier rank among the NBA's top point guards? According to HoopsHype, the Miami Heat starter is the second-worst in the league. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil debate Rozier's ranking, discuss Bam Adebayo and Team USA's dominance, and talk about Tyler Herro's new look. For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where t…

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Can Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware Be the Miami Heat's Bam and Anthony Davis? 39:21

1h ago39:21

39:21

Can the Miami Heat really play Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware together, and how should the Heat be looking at that partnership? Can they become Miami's version of Adebayo and Anthony Davis on Team USA? Wes Goldberg opens the mailbag to answer that question, plus where else Bam can improve, if Jaime Jaquez Jr. can start, the best closing lineup option …

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Half Empty/Half Full on Miami Heat's Offseason, Bam and Ware Starting (with Alex Solana) 42:23

7d ago42:23

42:23

Most people have been down on the Heat’s offseason, but are they ignoring the reasons to be optimistic? And what are the pros and cons of starting Bam Adebayo alongside Kel'el Ware? Wes Goldberg is joined by Miami Heat Radio host and WQAM's Alejandro Solana to discuss the Heat's offseason, expectations for Jimmy Butler, starting lineup options and …

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How Bam Adebayo's Team USA Performance Can Fuel Big Miami Heat Season 35:31

20m ago35:31

35:31

Bam Adebayo led Team USA in scoring in their dominant win over South Sudan, what can the Miami Heat learn from Bam's Olympic performance and is it time for Team USA to give him a bigger role? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss how this summer could set the stage for Bam to have a big season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From…

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Our Favorite Miami Heat Players of All Time Draft (Part 2) 25:29

1d ago25:29

25:29

It's Part 2 of our all-time favorite Miami Heat players draft! We're not dead yet! This idea came from a listener who suggested we should draft our favorite Miami Heat players of all time -- but that we can't use Dwyane Wade, LeBron James, Chris Bosh, Alonzo Mourning, Tim Hardaway or Shaquille O'Neal. Kel'el Ware might not know much about Heat hist…

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Our Favorite Miami Heat Players of All Time Draft (Part 1) 31:39

2d ago31:39

31:39

This idea came from a listener who suggested we should draft our favorite Miami Heat players of all time -- but that we can't use Dwyane Wade, LeBron James, Chris Bosh, Alonzo Mourning, Tim Hardaway or Shaquille O'Neal. Kel'el Ware might not know much about Heat history, but Wes Goldberg and David Ramil do. In Part 1, the guys select their starting…

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Miami Heat Make Roster Moves But Miss Out on Tyus Jones + Bam vs Jovic 33:29

2h ago33:29

33:29

The Miami Heat waived Zyon Pullin and added Josh Christopher to a two-way contract, but what will the Heat do next? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the looking two-way spot battle , missing out on Tyus Jones in free agency and Bam Adebayo vs Nikola Jovic in the Olympic opener. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to e…

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Did the Miami Heat Fail This Offseason? 33:04

13d ago33:04

33:04

As the dust has settled on most of the offseason, media outlets are posting their offseason grades for different teams. Many gave the Miami Heat a poor grade. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss if people are being too harsh on the Heat's front office and what they could have done differently. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors Fro…

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Which Miami Heat Players Besides Bam Adebayo Will See Their Role Change Next Season? 34:16

14d ago34:16

34:16

The Miami Heat are mostly running it back for next season, which puts the onus on the returning players to improve. Like Bam Adebayo developing a 3-point shot, some of them could see their role change as they develop new skills. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss which Heat players could see their role change next season. Support Us By Supporting…

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Updated Scouting Reports For Miami Heat's Summer League Championship Team 42:09

8m ago42:09

42:09

Still basking in the glory of being summer league champions, this is a good time to check in on the Miami Heat's player pipeline and provide updated scouting reports on the most important players who participated in Summer League. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil do a deep dive on each prospect and look at their chances to stick with the Heat's player …

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Miami Heat Are Winners of Las Vegas Summer League! Championship Game Reaction 44:40

1d ago44:40

44:40

The Miami Heat beat the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night to win the Las Vegas Summer League championship! Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss who stood out in summer league, who gets Miami's two-way contracts, and how this run sets the stage for what comes next this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust…

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Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro Have the Most to Prove for the Miami Heat Next Season 37:03

10d ago37:03

37:03

Does Jimmy Butler or Tyler Herro have more to prove for the Miami Heat next season? What can Bam Adebayo do to show the Heat can build around him going forward? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss which players have the most to prove next season and if expectations for Herro need to change. 0:00 Intro 2:00 Bam Adebayo 13:00 Jimmy Butler 25:00 Tyle…

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Predicting the Miami Heat's Starting Lineup & If Kevin Durant is the Next Whale 41:27

7h ago41:27

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What will be the Miami Heat's opening day starting lineup, and could that change as next season goes on? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil ask and answer three Burning Questions, including if the Heat are targeting Kevin Durant and which superstar will be on the trade block next. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust …

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How Bam Adebayo Is Making the Case With Team USA to Play Power Forward Next Season 33:35

22d ago33:35

33:35

If the Miami Heat were looking for another reason to experiment with Bam at power forward, his performance in Wednesday’s Team USA win over Serbia provided maybe the greatest case yet. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss moving Bam to power forward, another impressive game for Kel’el Ware at Summer League and whether or not he’s made a case to sta…

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Miami Heat Rookie Keshad Johnson Joins the Show 36:47

19h ago36:47

36:47

Miami Heat rookie Keshad Johnson has been a standout at Summer League, and now he joins Locked On Heat to discuss his path to the Heat, growing up in Oakland and what fans can expect from him this season. Then Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss who the favorites are to land Miami's three two-way contracts. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! e…

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Miami Heat GM Andy Elisburg On Challenging Jimmy Butler and Inactive Offseason 36:14

17d ago36:14

36:14

In an interview with reporters, Miami Heat GM Andy Elisburg talked about Jimmy Butler’s future and why he didn’t get an extension, and then revealed the real reason why the Heat haven’t made a free agent move this summer. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to Elisburg's comments and debate whether trading for Terry Rozier was the right move in hind…

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How the Miami Heat Are Developing Jaime Jaquez Jr. and More In-Person Summer League Takeaways 33:40

3d ago33:40

33:40

Jaime Jaquez Jr. put on a clinic in his Summer League appearance, but what does he have to gain from playing in Las Vegas? What are the Miami Heat coaches prioritizing in terms of his development? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Jaquez's next step, watching Kel'el Ware in person and other Summer League standouts before talking about the latest…

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Mega Miami Heat Summer League Preview 36:48

22d ago36:48

36:48

Why is Jaime Jaquez Jr. playing for the Miami Heat in Summer League? What makes Kel'el Ware special? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil preview every angle of Summer League by asking the most burning questions, including if face-to-face meetings could grease the wheels on a roster move. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sp…

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What Else Can the Miami Heat Do Now and Next Summer? 42:10

3d ago42:10

42:10

It's been a quiet offseason for the Miami Heat but is there anything else they can do to improve the team before next season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil open the mailbag to answer that and questions about the starting lineup and options for next summer. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Mak…

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Can the Miami Heat Afford to Be Patient? Or Are They Desperate? 33:23

4d ago33:23

33:23

Terry Rozier revealed that he has been cleared for basketball activities, paving the way for him to be available for the Miami Heat to start the season. Is this the best news of Miami's offseason? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Rozier's role next season before asking if Caleb Martin took a shot at Heat Culture when talking to Philadelphia-bas…

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Miami Heat Re-sign Haywood Highsmith, Kel'el Ware Dominates, Kevin Love Talks Bam's Role Next Season 37:38

1M ago37:38

37:38

The Miami Heat are bringing back Haywood Highsmith on a two-year, $11 million deal. What does this mean for the Heat and are they done making moves this summer? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss that, Kel'el Ware's dominant summer league game and Bam Adebayo's role next season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This episode is sp…

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Miami Heat Lose Caleb Martin and Kel'el Ware Makes Summer League Debut 37:07

24d ago37:07

37:07

The Miami Heat lost Caleb Martin to the Philadelphia 76ers over the weekend. Did Martin make a mistake by turning down an extension offer? And where does this leave the Heat? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Martin's departure, other free agent options and Kel'el Ware's Summer League debut. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetterHelp This…

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Are the Miami Heat Targeting Lauri Markkanen? 39:22

8d ago39:22

39:22

The Miami Heat have expressed interest in trading for Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen, but do they have a real shot at getting him? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the latest news from the Heat's offseason, DeMar DeRozan, Caleb Martin, Haywood Highsmith and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and…

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How Alec Burks Can Help the Miami Heat Offense, Plus What's Next for the Roster 34:45

10d ago34:45

34:45

The Miami Heat got to work filling out the roster on Wednesday, signing veteran scorer Alec Burks and re-signing center Thomas Bryant. What does this mean for the rest of the Heat's roster, and is there any more room to make additions? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down what this all means and if the Heat have any other moves to make. Support …

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State of the Miami Heat: Donovan Mitchell Miss, DeMar DeRozan Option and Front Office Blame Game 1:09:05

1M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Are the Miami Heat stuck after Donovan Mitchell agreed to a contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers? Is DeMar DeRozan emerging as a realistic option? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss why the Heat have been unable to land a star, what moves can be made and what the roster is likely to look like next season. Support Us By Supporting Our S…

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Are the Miami Heat Really Gonna Run it Back? 44:34

12d ago44:34

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For the second year in a row it seems like the rest of the East is getting better and the Miami Heat are standing pat. Are we really looking at running it back for another season? What stars are still available for the Heat? Will this qualify as a gap year? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss an inactive two days of free agency and what comes next…

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NBA Free Agency Kicks Off, Miami Heat Bring Back Kevin Love. What's Next? 31:18

22d ago31:18

31:18

The Miami Heat made their first move of free agency by re-signing Kevin Love to a new, two-year deal. What comes next for the Heat, their current free agents and how can they add to their team? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the beginning of free agency and what comes next. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exh…

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Miami Heat Take Pelle Larsson in Second Round of 2024 NBA Draft | LIVE REACTION 51:54

16d ago51:54

51:54

The Miami Heat selected Arizona guard Pelle Larsson with the 44th pick in the second round of the NBA draft on Wednesday. Larsson becomes the latest in a long line of shooters for the Heat to develop. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to the Miami Heat's pick in the second round of the NBA draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn Lin…

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Miami Heat Draft Kel’el Ware in 2024 NBA Draft 4:27

17d ago4:27

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Miami Heat Draft Kel’el Ware in 2024 NBA Draft The Miami Heat have selected Kel’el Ware with the fifteenth pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHeat?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Heat on …

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How Kel'el Ware Can Become a Star with the Miami Heat 41:54

17d ago41:54

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The Miami Heat took Indiana center Kel'el Ware with the 15th pick in the NBA Draft. Can he become the center of the future and move Bam Adebayo to power forward? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to the Miami Heat's pick in the first round of the NBA Draft and what it means for the roster going forward. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay …

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Miami Heat Mock Draft: Expert Picks, Analysis & War Room Simulation 38:25

18d ago38:25

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The NBA draft kicks off with the first round Wednesday night and the Miami Heat will be on the clock with the 15th pick. Who do the draft experts think the Heat will take, and does that match up with our mock draft pick? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil review mock drafts from the experts before simulating the Heat's war room in the first and second ro…

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Will Miami Heat Strike Out On Donovan Mitchell? Plus "Our Guys" Big Boards and Heat Draft Strategy 43:23

2M ago43:23

43:23

Does the Cleveland Cavaliers' hiring of Kenny Atkinson help or hurt the Miami Heat's pursuit of Donovan Mitchell? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the latest on Mitchell before revealing their personal big boards ahead of the NBA draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has ov…

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Will the Miami Heat Trade Jimmy Butler? And is Bam Adebayo Ready to Move to Power Forward? 42:15

2M ago42:15

42:15

The Ringer’s Howard Beck reported that Rival executives have been buzzing about a potential Jimmy Butler trade for months and predicted that he’d be traded. Are the Miami Heat preparing to trade their star? Plus, is Bam Adebayo pushing to play power forward next season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Miami's summer and some potential targets.…

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Are the 76ers Targeting Jimmy Butler? Plus, Do the Heat Need To Fix Their Defense? 40:24

2M ago40:24

40:24

The Athletic's Shams Charania reported that the Philadelphia 76ers are backing off Paul George and could be looking elsewhere for a new star. Are they moving in on Jimmy Butler, and should the Miami Heat be open to dealing him to Philly? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the 76ers' motives before explaining why the Heat's defense wasn't as good …

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Miami Heat Rumored To Trade Up in NBA Draft 38:28

24d ago38:28

38:28

Are the Miami Heat trying to trade up in the NBA draft and, if so, who are they targeting? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the latest rumblings about the Heat's draft needs, players who could fall to them at 15, potential reaches, targeting a point guard and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the…

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How the Miami Heat Can Take the East Back From the Boston Celtics 35:20

25d ago35:20

35:20

Does the Miami Heat losing the eventual champion Boston Celtics mean anything, and how will the Jimmy Butler era be remembered? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss that and how the Heat can rebuild the team this offseason to beat the Celtics next season. Plus, is the Celtics' decision to celebrate in Miami and insult or a compliment? Support Us By…

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What Comes First For the Miami Heat This Offseason? 39:28

26d ago39:28

39:28

The Miami Heat figure to be one of the busiest teams in the league when the NBA Finals ends. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil look at all the contract decisions the Heat have to make in the first hours of free agency then discuss Jimmy Butler's future with the team. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualif…

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Should the Miami Heat Trade for Zach LaVine? [BONUS] 18:50

26d ago18:50

18:50

We got a question about the Miami Heat trading for Zach LaVine and Alex Caruso last week, and Wes Goldberg jumps on to reconsider his stance and the potential fit of LaVine with Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your j…

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Can the Miami Heat Rebuild Like the Panthers? Who is the Next Development Project? Trade for Zach LaVine? | Miami HEAT Mailbag 34:07

2M ago34:07

34:07

What would a Florida Panthers-like rebuild look like to keep the Miami Heat's championship window open? Who is the team's next development project? And should the Heat kick the tires on Zach LaVine? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil open the mailbag to answer those questions and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps y…

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Who Should the Miami Heat Draft in the Second Round? | Blue Notebook Scouting Report 34:33

1M ago34:33

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We’re continuing our Blue Notebook NBA draft prep series. On one episode each week between now and the draft, we’ll be diving into the scouting reports on prospects that we’ll organize by major questions and themes. This week, Wes Goldberg and David Ramil are looking at which players are the best fits for the Miami Heat with the 43rd pick in the se…

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What Lessons Can the Miami Heat Learn From the Boston Celtics Finals Run? 32:32

1M ago32:32

32:32

By going up 2-0 in the NBA Finals, have the Boston Celtics proven that teams don't need a top-tier star to win a championship? Is that good news for the Miami Heat? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss what the Heat can learn from how the Celtics built their roster and players who can fill in the blanks around Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo before gr…

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How the Miami Heat Can Fix Their Offense Next Season 33:07

1M ago33:07

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We’re zooming out and asking the biggest on-the-court question facing the Miami Heat next season -- how can they improve the league's 21st-ranked offense? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the most problematic stats, Erik Spoelstra’s scheme and some personnel questions. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find…

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Jimmy Butler Flirting with Lakers, Miami Heat Draft Workouts, Nikola Jovic's Potential 35:51

2M ago35:51

35:51

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler was interviewed while sitting courtside for a recent LA Sparks game and went out of his way to say “22 looks good in purple and gold.” Is this something or nothing? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss if Butler is dropping hints before getting to some emerging names the Heat might target with the 15th pick and projecti…

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How Do the Miami Heat Build Around Bam Adebayo? 38:41

2M ago38:41

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If the Miami Heat are forced to trade Jimmy Butler and move into a new era, how should they go about building around Bam Adebayo? And what stars on his timeline fit best with him? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the ideal team to build around Bam and Lauri Markkanen's availability before grading a fake trade that sends Butler to the Houston Ro…

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Who Are the Best Wings For the Miami Heat in the 2024 NBA Draft? | Blue Notebook Scouting Reports 33:45

2M ago33:45

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Who are the best wings in the NBA Draft for the Miami Heat, who might need to replace Caleb Martin and Haywood Highsmith this summer? Should they look for an immediate contributor or for someone with star upside with the 15th pick? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dive into the forwards in this year's draft in their latest Blue Notebook Scouting Report…

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What the Miami Heat Can and Can't Do This Offseason (with Spotrac's Keith Smith) 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

What does giving Jimmy Butler a maximum extension mean for the Miami Heat's salary cap this offseason and in the future? Spotrac's salary cap expert Keith Smith joins Wes Goldberg and David Ramil to discuss the Heat's decision process when it comes to Butler, Bam Adebayo's extension and what the Heat can do to improve the team this offseason. Suppo…

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Would You Rather Be the Miami Heat Or... Plus Jimmy Butler Trade Destinations 35:55

2M ago35:55

35:55

With news that the Golden State Warriors could be interested in trading for Jimmy Butler, we take a look at some other potential trade destinations for Butler this season. Plus, do the Miami Heat have the most difficult job of any front office this summer? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss before grading some fake trade ideas. Support Us By Supp…

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Miami Heat Mailbag: Draft Needs, Bam's Extension and Tanking 37:05

2M ago37:05

37:05

We're opening up the mailbag to answer questions about what the Miami Heat need to prioritize in the NBA draft, when Bam Adebayo will sign an extension, if the Heat should tank and more. Plus, Wes Goldberg and David Ramil answer those questions and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified cand…

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NBA Insider Michael Scotto on Miami Heat Free Agents, Jimmy Butler and Donovan Mitchell 32:14

2M ago32:14

32:14

Before the Miami Heat can think about trading for a star, they have their own free agents to worry about. Can they find a way to retain Caleb Martin and/or Haywood Highsmith? HoopsHype's NBA Insider Michael Scotto joins Wes Goldberg and David Ramil to discuss what Martin and Highsmith could command on the open market, Jimmy Butler's extension and D…

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