Team Heat Discussion

Miami Heat Powerhouse

2013-09-22T23:52:00.001-04:00

The Miami Heat's talent has surpassed all of our expectations. Two championships within three years is a feat that only a few NBA teams can say they have accomplished. The Miami Heat has joined that club and they are looking to join the even more exclusive club of winners of three championships in a row.

The NBA season starts in a little over a month and we can see that teams are making moves in order to be competitors in the playoffs. The East keeps getting more competitive with young teams getting better and better, while the West is also adding younger players to their teams. Everyone's goal is to be champion, but only one can achieve that.

J.R. Smith of the New York Knicks made a statement saying that they Knicks will go all the way. While fans in Chicago are waiting for Derrick Rose's return and see the Bulls winning with him active again. The Indiana Pacers are trying to be contenders and falling under Roy Hibbert's wings. While the Brooklyn Nets have new faces and they think that they will be playoff contenders as well.

Everyone is trying to make changes, but the Miami Heat is not left behind. We know that Greg Oden is part of the team now and so is Michael Beasley. Players that add depth to the bench and solidify our offense and defense.

I am excited for this season to start and all Miami Heat fans are excited to see a three-peat in South Beach.

HEATFAM.COM Is up and Running!

2013-09-20T23:16:00.003-04:00

Miami Heat fans, it is official. HEATFAM.COM is up and running and waiting for you to go check it out. Go check out the pictures, the Miami Heat Store, and the Custom Heat store. I will host contests and polls on the website to interact with all Miami Heat fans! Please go check it out and like the page on Facebook.

2013-2014 Miami Heat Roster

2013-09-15T10:50:00.001-04:00

As the off-season is slowly coming to an end, the Miami Heat are trying to fill their roster gap with the waving of Mike Miller. Notable signings in the off-season have been Greg Oden (7'0 Center) and Michael Beasley (6'10 Forward). Greg Oden played his last NBA game in 2009 and has been trying to come back from injury. While Michael Beasley has had some trouble off the court, and as we all know, he was picked in the 2008 draft by the Miami Heat (round one, second pick).

With his return to the Miami Heat (even he returned before Derrick Rose did), Beasley should be looking to up his game. I'm sure that Dwyane Wade and LeBron James won't put up with his immaturity on or off the court. We all know that Pat Riley is a serious businessman, and he won't put up with any problems by Beasley either. If he performs well, we might be looking at another title this year.

I have discussed on Twitter the depth of the Miami Heat bench now with the new additions. Off the bench we have Norris Cole, Ray Allen, Chris Andersen, Michael Beasley, Greg Oden, Rashard Lewis, James Jones, and Joel Anthony. That bench has a lot of talent and potential in itself. Norris Cole has shown his potential on the court both in the regular season and in the post season. Chris Andersen's energy gets everyone hyped. Ray Allen's three-point shot saved our season. This bench is getting better and better. I also want to mention that the Heat have signed Justin Hamilton (7'0 Center) and Eric Griffin (Small Forward, 6'8) to a camp tryout. They are both young and I'm curious as to how they perform.

Well, as I said, the season is approaching and the Miami Heat are making moves once again to maintain their championship status. Let's see what the rest of the off-season brings. Find me on Twitter: @HeatNation

Miami Heat D-League Tryouts #HeatNation

2013-09-03T07:34:00.000-04:00

If you want to play for the Miami Heat's D-League (Sioux Falls Skyforce) you can do so now by trying out. If you impress the coaches and staff you can land a spot on their roster and maybe one day you can play for the Miami Heat!

Miami Tryouts
WHEN: Saturday, October 12th 2013 from 9am-4pm Check in at 8am.
COST: $150 pre-registration fee: Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 9th 2013
LOCATION: Dade Christian School 6601 NW 167 St., Miami, FL 33015

If you get on the team let me know on Twitter @HEATNATlON

Courtesy of the Sun Sentinel: Heat D-League Tryout

#HeatNation the Hating Won't Stop

2013-09-02T00:44:00.002-04:00

Well, Heat fans.. the NBA season is less than 2 months again and we can't wait. We want some Miami Heat Basketball already!

So far, the Miami Heat have let Mike Miller go and Greg Oden has been the only addition as of yet. We will see how he performs as the season starts. But, I want to talk about some negative feedback coming toward one of the Miami Heat players.

It appears that no matter what LeBron does (or doesn't do), he is still getting the attention of Heat haters all over the world. It seems that a picture has gone out of LeBron's toe and everyone is throwing a fit.

First the "no ring" jokes. Then the "hairline" jokes. Now the "toe" joke? It seems the haters are busy hating, or finding things to hate LeBron and the Miami Heat for. Thing is, we are still the champions and we will raise the banner come October 29th 2013. Haters, find a new hobby...

Here is the picture courtesy of the Bleacher Report:

What Concerns Heat Fans

2013-08-12T20:03:00.002-04:00

We are all taking some time off of basketball in the off season. Some of us are getting ready to watch some football as the NFL season is right around the corner. Some of us are watching the MLB and following that. Some are just following what the Miami Heat is doing in the off season as Pat Riley and the rest of the organization get ready for next season.

What is the main concern that Miami Heat fans should have? Well, it starts with the captain. Dwyane Wade. DWade is 31 years old and his knee has been giving him problems on and off for the last couple years. The concern is "will Dwyane stay healthy? Can he perform as he used to?" We all know that if DWade stays healthy he is a force to be reckoned with, I mean, we have all seen him play hurt and he still manages to lead the Miami Heat to victory. He is a true warrior.

As Miami Heat fans, we all want our superstars to be at their best so that we can win more games and eventually win the championship. Dwyane Wade has a lot of basketball left in him and I believe, if he is healthy, he will continue to lead the Heat to more championships. With the help of LeBron, Bosh, and the rest of the Heat, Dwyane will for sure continue to produce. We are all waiting patiently, eagerly, and some anxiously, for the NBA season to come around. We will witness once more what Dwyane Wade is capable of as our Miami Heat seek a three-peat.

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2013-2014 Miami Heat Lineup

2013-08-10T20:51:00.000-04:00

HEAT NATION!!!!!!!
UPDATED: 9/12/2013
Although it was sad to see Mike Miller go (for those who loved him as a Miami Heat Player) we now have another addition to the Miami Heat. No, not just Greg Oden, we now have Michael Beasley as a Heat player. It is not his first time playing with the Heat (he was picked 2nd in the 2008 NBA draft by the Miami Heat). Although he does have some issues, I believe around his new teammates who are now champions, he will have to get his act together and focus on the court. Well, this brings me to my new lineups. What do you think ?

Lineup 1 Mario Chalmers Dwyane Wade LeBron James Udonis Haslem Chris Bosh	Lineup 2 Mario Chalmers Dwyane Wade LeBron James Chris Bosh Chris Andersen	Lineup 3 Norris Cole Dwyane Wade LeBron James Chris Bosh Greg Oden
Lineup 4 Norris Cole Dwyane Wade LeBron James Chris Bosh Chris Andersen	Lineup 5 Mario Chalmers Dwyane Wade LeBron James Shane Battier Chris Bosh	Lineup 6 Norris Cole Dwyane Wade LeBron James Shane Battier Chris Bosh
Lineup 7 Mario Chalmers Dwyane Wade Michael Beasley LeBron James Chris Bosh	Lineup 8 Norris Cole Dwyane Wade Michael Beasley LeBron James Chris Bosh	Lineup 9 Dwyane Wade Michael Beasley LeBron James Chris Bosh Greg Oden
Lineup 10 Norris Cole Ray Allen Michael Beasley Chris Andersen Greg Oden	Lineup 11 Dwyane Wade Michael Beasley LeBron James Chris Andersen Greg Oden	Lineup 12 Norris Cole Ray Allen Michael Beasley Rashard Lewis Greg Oden

[UPDATE]: Now that Michael Beasley is part of the Miami Heat organization again, I am very excited to see how he does off the bench. This means that we now have Chris Andersen, Greg Oden, Ray Allen, Norris Cole, AND Michael Beasley coming off the bench. Pretty good depth, don't you think?

Please take a minute to comment and let me know what your starting five would be. Do you agree with mine? What are your thoughts? What are you looking forward to the most this upcoming season? Also, remember to check back here often because I will be holding contests to win Miami Heat Gear from JUSTPAB.COM Heat Gear so bookmark this page! Now, always check my twitter account: @HEATNATION for updates.

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2013-08-09T12:50:00.002-04:00

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Greg Oden

2013-08-08T11:00:00.004-04:00

The Miami Heat have signed Greg Oden in the off season and I'm wondering what you think of this move. Was it the right call? What do you think?

Chris Bosh is not a 100% center, Greg Oden will add size and strength, but he's been injured. He hasn't played a game in the NBA since 2009. Was it smart for the Miami Heat to sign him? The reigning champions want to win as many championships as possible, and they know that they needed to focus on their main problem; size.

Hopefully the Miami Heat will come out and make things work with Greg Oden. Hopefully he'll stay healthy and the Heat can go for another run.

Miami Heat 2013 NBA Champions

2013-06-21T00:06:00.001-04:00

The Miami Heat are the 2013 NBA champions. Not in our house Spurs.

Heat Spurs: Game 7

2013-06-19T23:05:00.002-04:00

After an amazing win on Tuesday, the Miami Heat are still alive and will face the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday, June 20th 2013, for a chance at another championship in game 7 of the series.

Game six was dramatic, exciting, nerve wrecking, and almost season-ending for the Miami Heat. LeBron James came alive in the 4th quarter and hit a 3 that brought the game to within 3 points. He tried another three, missed, Bosh got the rebound and passed the ball to Ray Allen, who nailed a 3 to tie the game with just a few seconds to spare.

The game went into overtime, where the Heat struggled a bit, with LeBron James making crucial turnovers with less than 2 minutes left on the clock. The defense stepped up, Manu Ginobili and Kawhi Leonard both missed a free throw a piece and the Heat still had a chance. Miami led 103-100 in the last few seconds and as the Spurs in bounded the ball, they passed to Danny Green and Chris Bosh blocked his shot in an epic manner. HEAT WIN!

There you have it, that was a recap of game 6. Game 7 is tomorrow, the Miami Heat are hours away from another championship if they win. WIN OR SEASON IS OVER! NOW OR NEVER! GO HEAT!

The Heat Fall Hard

2013-06-12T08:36:00.003-04:00

After an awesome performance in game 2 in Miami, the Miami Heat traveled to Texas and fell hard to the San Antonio Spurs in game 3! 113-77 was the final score. Wade, Bosh, and James had a total of 43 points combined. Mario Chalmers had 0 points! Udonis Haslem and Shane Battier also had 0 points. That is unacceptable in the playoffs.

The only player that came to play last night was Mike Miller. He had 15 points off three pointers, not missing one! He had the hot hand and stepped up when the Heat need him, however, the rest of the team lacked effort.

Note: Spoelstra was not happy, he showed it in the after-game conference saying: "We got what we deserved tonight." He said it over and over.

Game 4 will be on Thursday, again in San Antonio. Time to regroup, and get it together for Thursday! Let's GO HEAT!

NBA Finals Game 1: Heat vs Spurs

2013-06-06T17:42:00.002-04:00

When are the Miami Heat playing again? Well, they are playing tonight against the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airlines Arena at 9pm Eastern Standard Time. After a tough series against the Pacers, the Heat are looking to become champions again and there is only one obstacle in their way. The Spurs.

Once the series is over, if Miami wins, it will be the start of a dynasty and I have been talking about this since last year. The Miami Heat have what it takes to be a strong team for years to come and be champions for years to come.

LeBron James talks about his loss to the Spurs in 2007 when he was with the Cavaliers, and he said that he is now a better player and has learned a lot more. He has grown, we see that, and he is not alone. He is accompanied by Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh, Ray Allen, Mario Chalmers, Norris Cole, Shane Battier, Chris Andersen, Udonis Haslem, Mike Miller, and the rest of the Miami Heat organization. They all want to win, and they all want a chance at back-to-back titles.

The Miami Heat have a chance to win another championship this year, and they will bring all they've got to the court and play the best basketball we've seen.

They have saved the best for last!

GO HEAT!

Game 7: Miami Heat vs. Indiana Pacers

2013-06-03T13:01:00.002-04:00

Tonight, June 3rd 2013 will be the day the Miami Heat and the Indiana Pacers meet to play game 7 in Miami at the American Airlines Arena. This series has been full of drama from the officiating, to the flops, to the players comments, and fights during games.

Chris Andersen was suspended for game 6, and the Heat fell the Pacers. The series is now tied at 3-3. However, that was not the reason the Miami Heat couldn't close the series out. My # 1 concern is Chris Bosh. He has to step up, he only had 5 points in game 6. That is NOT ACCEPTABLE. We need him to go to the paint, get rebounds, and be more efficient on offense. Quit shooting threes, do your job in the post.

LeBron James has been doing everything for the Heat. Scoring, defense, and motivating the team. He can't do it all though, so the other players have to step up. Dwyane Wade is hurt, but he needs to step it up. Ray Allen and Shane Battier have to be more consistent from the three point line. They have been awful this series!

Well, tonight we will see if the Heat will go on or go home. Let's root for them with 100% excitement as real fans! GO HEAT!

Game 4 Heat Pacers

2013-05-28T23:33:00.003-04:00

The refs won that game because the Indiana Pacers aren't good enough to defeat the Miami Heat.

The foul called on LeBron to make him foul out was horrible.

Dwyane Wade got fouled, hit in the heat, and they didn't call anything on the Pacers.

The point is, the refs were on the Indiana Pacers side. I wouldn't be surprised if the Pacers organization paid the refs to call that game.

Horrible officiating, but it's the best of seven and we WILL WIN THIS SERIES!

GO HEAT!

Heat vs Pacers Game Two

2013-05-25T17:04:00.000-04:00

8:33
Dwyane Wade pumping up the crowd right before game two starts.

8:34
Paul George scores first field goal.

8:34
LeBron James with a floater to score Miami's first points.

8:34
Good ball movement by the Heat in that last possession.

8:35
Hibbert tried to beat the shot clock, but it's a 24 second violation... Heat ball.

8:35
Wade with the fade away!

8:36
West is fouled by Udonis Haslem.

8:38
David West Makes both freethrows and Dwyane Wade misses at the other end. Pacers ball.

8:38
George Hill converts.

8:38
LeBron James.. THREEEEEEE!!!!!

8:39
LeBron James scores again!

8:39
David West scores with a one hander.

8:39
Miami Heat misses and Paul George scores.

8:40
Out of bounds, last touch Pacers. Heat ball.

8:40
Actually, no.. correction. Foul on Haslem and Pacers get the ball.

8:40
Roy Hibbert draws a foul.

8:41

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8:41

Wade hits the shot and gets fouled!

8:42

14-12 Pacers lead.

8:42

Heat ball, Wade draws ANOTHER foul!

8:43

LeBron with the miss.

8:43

Hibbert goes in for the layup.

8:43

Chalmers touches the ball last. Pacers ball.

8:47

David West draws the foul.

8:49

Good ball movement by the Heat, but Shane Battier misses. George Hill scores at the other end.

8:49

Another Miami Heat turnover. 22-12 Pacers lead.

8:50

Sloppy game so far for the Miami Heat. Have to play smarter basketball.

8:53

Back to the game. Lets see if the Miami Heat turn it up.

8:53

Defensive three second violation. Another shot for the Pacers. George Hill misses the free throw.

8:54

Roy Hibbert scores with the hook.

8:54

24 second violation as David West blocks Battier's three point attempt.

8:55

LeBron scores off the back board.

8:55

3 minutes left.

8:56

LeBron James is fouled by Paul George. George has 2 fouls already, 2:53 left in the 1st quarter.

8:57

Norris Cole turns the ball over. Another sloppy play.

8:57

6 turn overs by the Heat... JAMES with the steal and the dunk at the other end.

8:58

Wade misses the shot, Pacers miss their shot....

8:58

Norris Cole hits the three point shot.. assist goes to LeBron.

8:58

Bosh misses his shot.

8:59

Bosh drives to the paint and scores!

8:59

Miami down by 7.

8:59

Chris Andersen is in the game! Birdman time!

9:00

LeBron James is fouled by Young.

9:01

MVP chants.

9:01

LeBron misses the first shot. These are so important!

9:01

That's the end of the 1st quarter. 28-22 Pacers are up.

9:04

So far Miami is having trouble with turnovers. Sloppy game. Let's see what happens as the game progresses.

9:06

Back to the game. LeBron James misses the shot.

9:06

The Miami Heat squad up right now is: James, Cole, Allen, Andersen, and Battier.

9:07

Battier misses the shot.

9:07

George Hill with a rainbow shot.. goes in.

9:08

31-22 Pacers.

9:08

Ray Allen gets fouled.

9:09

Sam Young fouls LeBron James... some drama on the court as LeBron didn't like Young's play.

9:10

Cole's miss is saved by Chris Andersen!

9:11

Cole misses a three point attempt.

9:11

Hibbert scores at the other end.

9:12

LeBron James with a beautiful pass to Chris Andersen and a foul!

9:13

Chris Andersen has been a great addition to this Miami Heat team.

9:16

Chris Andersen converts the 3 point play.

9:18

Wade draws a foul... Hansbrough called or a technical for pushing Wade down to the ground.

9:19

David West fouled.

9:21

Chris Birdman Andersen with a GREAT BLOCK! WOW!

9:22

Now Andersen is at the line. This man is something else. Great addition !

9:23

Offensive Foul on David West. Shoving Chris Andersen.

9:23

Chris Bosh nails the three!!!!

9:24

6:28 to play in the 2nd quarter!

9:25

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9:27

Foul called on Norris Cole.

9:27

The Miami Heat are down by 2. Change to tie it now.

9:28

Defensive three second violation. Ray Allen will shoot the technical. HE MISSES....

9:28

Wow... Ray Ray...

9:28

LeBron James is coming back in the game. Chris Andersen sits.

9:29

Bosh ties the game. 37-37

9:30

Eric Spoelstra saying "That is a Flop!" after Paul George falls out of bounds.

9:30

Pacers up by 2 again.

9:31

Ray Allen is called for the travel.

9:32

Ray Allen has been playing sloppy as of late. Not his usual self. Missing a lot of threes and free throws.

9:33

Chris Bosh gets called for an illegal screen.

9:33

Chris Andersen is in again.

9:33

Dwyane Wade with the block!!!!

9:34

Mario Chalmers comes in.

9:35

Ray Allen with another miss.

9:35

Indiana Pacers 46... Miami Heat 37.

9:38

The Miami Heat need to regroup and bounce back in the second half. They need to build some momentum!

9:38

Mike Miller is in the game!

9:39

LeBron James is fouled. Will shoot 2.

9:39

Misses the first shot.

9:39

LeBron makes the second free throw.

9:39

The Heat are struggling at the free throw line tonight.

9:40

Foul called on Chris Andersen... Hibbert will shoot 2.

9:41

David West is fouled...

9:42

Heat down by 10.

9:42

11...

9:43

Offensive Foul by LeBron James... Hibbert is now fouled again...

9:43

Foul after foul after foul....

9:43

Joel Anthony is in the game...

9:45

Hibbert makes another shot.

9:45

LeBron James is fouled. The Heat wouldn't give up on getting the ball that time around. Good hustle.

9:46

Free throws are the back bone of a game. Very important.

9:47

Mario Chalmers saves that and scores.

9:48

Three second violation on the Pacers.

9:50

Mike Miller hits the three right at the buzzer!

9:50

Miller time with the three at the buzzer.

9:51

Pacers 53 Heat 47 at halftime.

9:56

The Miami Heat need to bounce back this second half. They are more than capable of coming out with energy and taking over. Let's Go #HEAT!

9:58

Sager's suit is something else tonight! What a fashion statement!

10:04

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10:10

The game is back! Heat miss a shot.

10:10

Wade drives!

10:11

Roy Hibbert gets fouled.

10:14

Chris Bosh with the hook shot.

10:15

David West fouls Chris Bosh.

10:15

The Heat are down by 7 once again.

10:15

Chris Bosh gets fouled again and as he drives and makes a shot. Chance for a three point play.

10:16

Heat down 4.

10:16

Awesome dunk by LeBron James!!!!

10:17

Wade makes the shot with some contact! No foul though.

10:20

The Miami Heat are trying to build some momentum as they go on a run!

10:21

George Hill with a quick three pointer.

10:22

Chalmers misses his three point attempt.

10:23

Udonis Haslem gets fouled and hits the floor.

10:24

LeBron James. Drives it... passes to Chalmers. Chalmers misses and LeBron gets the rebound and makes it.

10:24

Pacers up by 2 now.

10:25

24 second violation! HEAT BALL!

10:26

LeBron makes the shot and ties the game.

10:26

A foul called on Chalmers.

10:27

Pacers are up by two. The Heat take a time out.

10:30

OK back to the game.

10:31

Wade with the shot.. tied game again.

10:31

Bosh with the rebound.

10:31

James loses the ball... then blocking foul on Chalmers.

10:33

LeBron misses the three point shot.

10:33

Under 2 minutes to go in the 3rd.

10:33

Cole misses the three

10:34

Paul George took like a million steps. Called for travel.

10:35

Ray Allen drives and makes the shot.

10:35

Young looks hurt.

10:38

Paul George dunks on Chris Andersen!

10:40

LeBron James with the threeeeee!!!!!!!! wow!!! KABOOM!

10:43

Back to the game. Heat down by 2.

10:44

Battier with a block and LeBron was running toward the basket but gets fouled at half court.

10:45

Game is tied at 76!

10:45

LeBron James for three!!! KABOOM!

10:45

4th quarter is LeBron shine time!

10:47

David West misses his second free throw.

10:47

Cole misses. Paul George shoots and makes it.

10:47

Allen drives! 2 points!

10:48

Paul George is keeping the Pacers on top.

10:49

The Miami Heat shoot three times and miss three times.

10:54

Wade to James.. easy lay up.

10:55

LEBRON JAMES WITH THE BLOCK! AND CHALMERS WITH THE SCORE!!!!!

10:56

Awesome run by the Heat and awesome atmosphere at the arena.

10:56

LeBron James looks like he's having fun!

10:56

6:58 left in the 4th

10:58

LeBron with the rebound... BOSH FOR THREE!!! KABOOM!!!!

11:00

LeBron is keeping this game alive!

11:01

Allen, Bosh, Chalmers, James & Wade on the floor with 6:09 remaining. HEAT lead 88-84.

11:02

Rebound by Bosh

11:03

Ray Allen is in a slump.... ?

11:05

Heat down by 1... a little over 3 minutes left.

11:05

LeBron James and a foul!!!!

11:09

Game is back! Let's Go Heat!

11:10

Hibbert with the hook. tied at 91

11:10

James misses the three

11:11

Two minutes... 93-91 Pacers.

11:12
MiamiHeat_BB:
Bosh hits both shots.. tied game

11:13

Bosh has butter fingers....

11:14

48.9 seconds left!!!! WOW! Another close game!

11:15

The Heat call time out.

11:17

That was all WADE! Good hustle!!!

11:19

Another heart attack type of game.

11:20

Another turnover by LeBron James... not now!!

11:24

Not a good pass by LeBron.. why would he pass to Wade when Wade has like 2 guys on him? Not a good decision at all... 1.6 seconds... 4 points down? Well, onto Indiana for game 3.

11:27

Well that's all folks! Next game is in Indiana! GO HEAT!

LeBron James Wins Heat vs Pacers Game One

2013-05-23T13:11:00.001-04:00

2.2 seconds left in Overtime and LeBron James makes a clutch layup. HEAT WIN!

After Paul George ties it in the 4th quarter with a clutch, crazy, unbelievable three-point shot, the game goes into overtime. The Heat were defending home court and were struggling in overtime to win the game. It looked like the game was going to a second overtime period, but once again Paul George takes a crazy three-point shot and is fouled by Dwyane Wade. George manages to make all three free-throws in a clutch performance, and the Heat found themselves shocked. Now they were down by one point.

So what happens now? What can the Miami Heat do to defeat the Indiana Pacers in game one of the Eastern Conference Finals? Well, I for sure thought that they would inbound the ball and give it to Ray Allen or someone else to shoot a three-pointer. There isn't much a team can do with 2.2 seconds on the clock.

Well, the ball is inbounded, LeBron James takes it to the rim and scores a clutch layup as time expires! Heat win by one point!

It wasn't a classic Miami Heat performance and definitely not a pretty one, but they got the job done. It doesn't matter how, but they won, and that is what matters in the end. Game two will be played in Miami, Friday, May 24th at 8:30pm once again. The Miami Heat will have to come out strong and ready to win. I hope they learned from the mistakes they made in game one, the turnovers were the main reason they struggled so much. They have to make sure to cut the turnovers down and play some good Miami Heat basketball.

Side note, LeBron James, the MVP of the league, got his 9th playoffs triple double last night scoring 30 points, getting 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

GO HEAT!

Eastern Conference Finals Schedule

2013-05-17T10:40:00.001-04:00

This is the Miami Heat's Eastern Conference Finals schedule according to the Miami Heat's Facebook page:

"The complete White Hot Eastern Conference Finals schedule has been released, your Miami HEAT will face either the Indiana Pacers or New York Knicks.

Game 1 - Wednesday, 8:30pm - Miami - TNT
Game 2 - 5/24, 8:30pm - Miami - TNT
Game 3 - 5/26, 8:30pm - IND/NY - TNT
... Game 4 - 5/28, 8:30pm - IND/NY - TNT
*Game 5 - 5/30, 8:30pm - Miami - TNT
*Game 6 - 6/1, 8:30pm - IND/NY - TNT
*Game 7 - 6/3, 8:30pm - Miami - TNT

*Games 5-7 are if necessary"

So if you're asking yourself who the Miami Heat will play against in the Eastern Conference Finals, look no further! The Heat play at home on Wednesday, May 22nd and Friday, May 24th. The Schedule is above! Now, of course, we still have to wait until the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers series is over.

'til next time! Stay loyal Heat fans!

Heat Win. Chicago Bulls Lose.

2013-05-15T22:47:00.002-04:00

Heat win, the Chicago Bulls lose. Bye, bye Bulls... your season is over. You may have ended the Miami Heat streak, but they ended your season.

I was amused that Bulls fans all over the world, were so happy and so sure their team would defeat the Heat this series. I spoke to a couple personally and they said that the Heat would be swept. One said that if Rose was back, the Heat definitely had no chance. Rose never Rose, but if he did... he wouldn't of made a difference. He has been off his game for close to a year? The whole season for sure. The Heat would've still won.

I know how bad it is to have your team lose; but honestly, it feels good when they win. Specially to a bunch of players who are trying to be physical, cry at calls, and continue to play dirty showing bad sportsmanship. You don't push players when they're down. You don't shove players when they are trying to protect themselves from a hard foul. You can cry all you want Bulls fans, and talk all the smack you want to talk.. the reality is, that you played dirty, and still lost.

Well, the Miami Heat move on. We will face either the Pacers or the Knicks. Good job Team Heat! We defeated the Bulls! We ended their season.

The Heat is Too Hot!

2013-05-14T01:07:00.001-04:00

The Miami Heat have taken game 4 and the series is now 3-1 in favor of the Miami Heat. LeBron James had 27 points while the Chicago Bulls' Nate Robinson had a whopping 0 points. Miami came out and wanted to make a statement, this is the second game they win in Chicago this series. A devastating blow to Chicago Bulls fans.

Derrick Rose still hasn't risen. His team is down 3-1 and it seems as if the Bulls are at the verge of elimination. Would Rose have made a different? Well, that's irrelevant now. The Heat have one thing, and only one thing in mind. Winning another championship.

Dwyane Wade is still playing hurt, I surely hope he doesn't get seriously hurt; I personally think health comes first. He should be careful.

Norris Cole has been stepping up. I'm liking what I see from him. He needs to get better and be consistent. It's all business during the playoffs. It gets real.

Well, the Miami Heat will play again on Wednesday, May 15th in Miami. Let's hope they can close out the series and send the Chicago Bulls home!

Go HEAT!

Physical Game: Miami Heat defeat Bulls in Chicago

2013-05-10T23:26:00.001-04:00

Heat win, Bulls lose. The Miami Heat lead the series 2-1, the next game will be played on Monday in Chicago once again at the United Center.

Game three went down as one of the most physical games of the 2013 NBA playoffs. Joakim Noah got a technical foul for pushing Chris Birdman Andersen, while he was on the floor.

We also have LeBron James getting a technical foul for "elbowing" Nazr Mohammed, but when Mohammed got back up, he shoves LeBron James down to the ground! This results in Mohammed getting ejected from the game.

Well, calls were being called on both teams throughout the game, however, the Miami Heat came out with the win in the end. This should give the Miami Heat more confidence; defeating the Bulls at Chicago.

This game wouldn't have been the same if it were not for Norris Cole and his performance tonight. He was great on defense, and brought in 18 points in the win. LeBron James had 25, Dwyane Wade had 10, and Chris Bosh finished the game with 20.

Well, onto the next one. Again, it will be played Monday night in Chicago at 7pm Eastern time. GO HEAT! Don't forget to get Miami Heat gear here: http://www.justpab.com/merchandise.html and follow me on Twitter: @MiamiHeat_BB

An Incredible Way to Set an NBA Record

2013-05-08T22:44:00.001-04:00

Setting NBA records is not easy. Look back at history and you will see a 100 point game, a 33 winning streak, and many other records that teams and individuals have set. The thing is, if you were watching the Miami Heat vs. the Chicago Bulls tonight, you saw history in the making.

A record for biggest blow-out win in the NBA playoffs and a record loss in the NBA playoffs. The good thing about this is that the Miami Heat were on the positive end of this event. Defeating the Chicago Bulls in game two of the second round; 115-78. A great win, an incredible way to set an NBA record!

Get ready Chicago Bulls, the Heat is coming. It will get more intense. You will feel it. It will overcome you, and you will suffer defeat at the hand of the Miami Heat.

Chicago Bulls defeat Miami Heat

2013-05-07T13:56:00.001-04:00

The Chicago Bulls came out on top in the first game of the series vs the Miami Heat. The Bulls played without Deng, Hinrich, and Rose was court side with a suit on.

The Heat had a tough time on offense and couldn't get on a consistent rhythm. LeBron James got most of his points in the second half; while Dwyane Wade had his troubles in the second half.

However, this is only one game of a possible seven, so as a Miami Heat fan, you should not worry. Miami will come back, on fire, and defeat the Bulls in the series.

I will leave you with questions: is rest sometimes not good if rested too long? Do we expect too much from the Miami Heat? Should we, as fans, accept the fact that our team can lose? You tell me!

Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose to Return vs. Miami Heat?

2013-05-05T09:14:00.004-04:00

Will the Rose bloom to face the Miami Heat this summer in the NBA playoffs? Being that the Bulls defeated the Nets last night, we can safely say they will face the Miami Heat in round two.

Now, there has been talk throughout the whole season about Derrick Rose's return to the game of basketball. He has been out almost all season this year due to an ACL injury last year during the playoffs.

How will Derrick Rose affect the outcome of the series vs. the Miami Heat if he does come back? What are your thoughts? Will he make a difference, or do the Miami Heat still have a chance of beating the Chicago Bulls with Rose back? Here is a video of some of his highlights from 2011:

No denying that Derrick Rose is valuable to the Chicago Bulls and that if fully healthy he is a force. However, the Miami Heat have adapted to many different situations in the past. With LeBron James' defensive prowess, the Miami Heat are truly one of the best teams defensive-wise in the league. Whether Derrick Rose returns or not to face the Heat, the Bulls will face them and as reining champions hungry for another championship, the Heat will not go easy on them.

Courtesy of Bleacher Report: Source Here

This will be a good series, knowing that the Miami Heat are hungry to keep winning and the Bulls are an aggressive team. I see the Miami Heat coming out on top with the win in the series.

Who Won?

2013-05-04T19:37:00.000-04:00

Who won the game? Well... the Miami Heat will face the winner of the Nets/Bulls series... but so far, the teams that have moved to the next round are the Thunder, Knicks, Grizzlies, Pacers, Warriors and the Spurs.

The playoffs have been good so far, but as teams move on, the games will get better and better. I was surprised at how bad the Boston Celtics lost to the Knicks in game 6 of that series. Absolutely shameful, specially at home. I was hoping that series would go into 7 games.

Well, the Miami Heat play on Monday, May 6th. Again, they play the winner of the Nets/Bulls series.

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