HGH is back one last time to go over the Heat's summer. From Jimmy's contract negotiations to the draft, free agency and the summer league, the Heat's offseason has so far been about building towards Bam's timeline. With Jimmy potentially leaving after this season, it's now clear if it wasn't already we're entering the Bam era.
In personal news, I've decided to discontinue HGH to pursue different goals. I sincerely thank anyone that listened and wish you all the best in life. Let's go Heat!
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For the third game in a row, the Heat failed to score 90 pts in route to a 4-1 series loss to the Celtics. After a quick recap, I talk about where the Heat go from here in regards to their core 3 of Tyler, Jimmy, and Bam. It's time to build around Bam.
HGH is taking a break as I have to job hunt, hope to be back sooner than later!
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In another game where the Heat failed to score 90 points, they got blown out by the Celtics (mainly Derrick White's 38) to fall into a 3-1 series deficit. I go over Game 4, how the Heat's young players did and what went wrong. Then, I talk about Game 5 tomorrow, an elimination game for the Heat (12:50).
Next episode Thursday recapping Game 5 and previewing whatever comes next!
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With the series shifting to Miami, the Heat were blown out in Game 3 by the Celtics and now back down 2-1. I go over where things went wrong and who if any played well for the Heat. Then, I look ahead to Game 4 on Monday and what adjustments the Heat could make as they try to pull another rabbit out of there hat (13:41).
Next episode Tuesday recapping Game 4 and previewing Game 5!
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Spo conjured up a dark arts masterclass, the Heat making a franchise record 23 threes in route to a stunning Game 2 upset of the Celtics. I go over the 10 pt win, who played well and who didn't, and what Miami did to steal home court. Then, I look ahead to Game 3 this Saturday in Miami and wonder what adjustments the Heat or Celtics will make (13:53).
Next episode Sunday recapping Game 3 and previewing Game 4!
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After escaping the play-in tournament Friday night, the Heat travelled to Boston for a Sunday afternoon Game 1 beatdown. I got over the 20-point loss, who played well, who didn't, and where things went wrong for the Heat. Then, I look ahead to Game 2 and the possible adjustments Miami could make to be more competitive (13:37).
Next episode Thursday recapping Game 2 and previewing Game 3!
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The Miami Heat crushed the Chicago Bulls last night to take the 8th seed in this year's playoffs! I go over the 112-91 victory and the great games all across the roster. Then, I look ahead to Game 1 against the Boston Celtics tomorrow (9:03).
Quick episode today, series breakdown in Monday's episode!
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The Heat went into the Sixers arena with a great gameplan but Batum and other factors spoiled the win. I go over last night's loss from the Jimmy injury in the first to free chicken in the third and more. Then, I look ahead to the one guaranteed game left this season vs. the Chicago Bulls Friday (16:57).
I'll be back Saturday to go over the results!
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Despite a solid 3-1 week, the Heat didn't get any outside help and have an upcoming play-in game at Philly. First, I go over the last week of the regular season against the Hawks, Mavs, and Raptors twice. Then, I make the argument that the Heat can still make a deep playoff run (14:26). To close, I preview tomorrow's game at the Sixers and what are the keys for the Heat winning (30:05).
I'll be back Thursday to go over the results!
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After a 2-2 week, the Heat dropped key games that have them almost certainly in the Play-In tournament next week. I start by going over the games against the Knicks, Sixers, Rockets, and Pacers. Then, I discuss what the Heat might do with this last week of the regular season (14:58). Lastly, I look ahead to the last 4 games against the Hawks, Mavs, and Raptors twice (22:03).
Next week, the regular season concludes! Can the Heat make another historic run through the playoffs?
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Despite a 60 pt blowout win, the Heat's focus remains on getting out of the play-in. I go over last week's games against the Warriors, Blazers, and Wizards. After, I spend some time talking about what the playoff rotation could look like (10:52). Finally, I look ahead to the all-important week against the Knicks, Sixers, Rockets, and Pacers (23:03).
Only 2 weeks left! Next week we should know where the Heat will land.
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The Heat might have gotten their most dominant win yesterday, but over the week they went 2-2 and are still the 7th seed in the East. I start by going over the last week against the Sixers, Cavs twice, and Pelicans. Afterwards, I question whether this team is ready to move on from Jimmy to Bam (16:25). Lastly, I go over the standings, Heat injuries, and the next week of games against the Warriors, Blazers, and Wizards.
Only 3 weeks left of the regular season!
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With the Heat up in Detroit over the weekend news broke that Herro would miss a few more weeks, leading me to wonder what Miami's does now. But first, I recap last week's games against the Nuggets and Pistons twice. Then, I ask how the latest news on Herro affects Miami in the short, medium, and long-term (16:13). To close I look at the injury report, standings, and the next week of Heat games against the Sixers, Cavs twice, and Pelicans (29:00).
Next week, will we get a better sense of the playoff picture?
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After a stretch of great competitive basketball, the Heat left me concerned after an embarrassing loss to the Wizards Sunday. As usual, I start by going over last week's games against the Pistons, Mavs, Thunder, and Wizards. Afterwards I highlight some areas of struggle for Miami in this recent stretch and wonder if they just need some rest (16:10). To finish I look ahead to the next week of games as the Heat try to get right against the Nuggets and Pistons (26:36).
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The Heat have continued playing excellent basketball, picking up some big wins along the way. I go over last week's games against the Kings, Blazers, Nuggets, and Jazz. Then, I analyze how Miami's doing on both ends now that we're 60 games into the seaosn (16:55). Lastly, I preview the next week of Heat games against the Pistons, Mavs, Thunder, and Wizards (27:33). It's a paaaaacked episode as we get into the thick of the playoff hunt.
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The playoff stretch run has begun and the Heat are looking to get out of the play-in. I recap their win over the Pelicans and the fight that broke out. Then, I go through a number of players and team storylines I hope/expect to see over the next few weeks (9:49). Finally, I preview the rest of Miami's week against the Kings, Blazers, Nuggets, and Jazz (21:19).
Next week, we hit the 3 quarter mark of the season!
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The Heat finished their pre All-Star Break with two big wins to get to 30-25, the same record they had at this point last year. First, I go over the wins against the Bucks and Sixers. Then, I talk about the addition of Delon Wright and what he can bring to the roster (10:58). Afterwards, I go through the East standings and who Miami will compete against for the next few weeks (14:51). Last, I look ahead to the one game the Heat have this week against the Pelicans (23:28).
Next week, what to hope for from Heat players down this stretch run.
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After a brief bout of health, the Heat got banged up in a fierce rivalry game but do have the All-Star break to get some health back. I start out like usual talking about last week's games against the Magic, Spurs, and Celtics. Then, I go over why the Heat didn't make any moves at the trade deadline, the others in the East that did, and who the Heat could look at in the buyout market (18:47). Lastly, I look ahead to the next week that has games against the Bucks and Sixers but also All-Star Weekend where Jaime Jaquez Jr and Bam Adebayo will be representing the Heat (25:28).
Next week, looking at the standings before the post All-Star push!
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After a rough 7 game losing streak, the Heat had a positive week going 2-1. As usual, I recap last week's games against the Kings, Wizards, and Clippers. Then, I discuss Miami's position heading into the trade deadline and some potential targets they could look into (12:33). To close, I look ahead to a challenging week at home against the Magic, Spurs, and Celtics (23:55).
Next week, post trade deadline and looking ahead to All-Star Weekend.
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The Heat made a major move, trading Kyle Lowry for Terry Rozier, but the losses have continued to pile up to 7 straight. First, I talk about the Rozier acquisition and what it means for the Heat on and off the court. Then, I grit my teeth going through last week's losses to the Grizzlies, Celtics, Knicks, and Suns (8:20). Afterwards, I again ask what's going on with this losing streak for Miami (22:51). Last, I finish up looking ahead to next week's games against the Kings, Wizards, and Clippers (34:31).
Next episode, trade deadline targets and maybe some All-Star talk.
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