2025 Miami Heat Regular Season Thread

[Daffy]

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Rougher scoring game for Jaime last night but he’s done a great job of finishing at the rim this season

Next step in his development needs to be a respectable 3 ball.

[SA37]

The next step for Jaquez is consistency. It's too wild to have 25 one night and 6 the next. We'll have to see if Jaime's play holds up throughout the season, but he's off to an unexpectedly good start.

[MiamiLoyal926]

Is it safe to say or to early to say that this team is one move away from being a dangerous team in the east?

[3ammy3uck3ts]

The next step for Jaquez is consistency. It's too wild to have 25 one night and 6 the next. We'll have to see if Jaime's play holds up throughout the season, but he's off to an unexpectedly good start.

Think we just have to keep in mind he is a bench guy so those numbers will likely continue to fluctuate coupled with the fact that we’re just running and gunning without really calling any sets. There might be some sporadic scoring from the roster as a whole based on the new scheme.

[BBallFreak]

Is it safe to say or to early to say that this team is one move away from being a dangerous team in the east?

Way too early but cautiously optimistic

[3ammy3uck3ts]

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Sorry fellas…….

[HeatFanLifer]

Looking ahead at the next few games on the schedule and other than the Harnets, there’s some tough ones ahead. Denver, two games against Cleveland, 2 games against NY, plus games against Philly, Chicago, and GS. Even Portland isn’t a bad team either. Better to have these tough matchups now than later in the season I suppose. End of season schedule lightens up and there’s only one more west coast road trip left in late January. If the Heat can stay at or above .500 after this stretch of 10 games, then I will say that’s a huge victory for the team.

[Tim_Hardawayy]

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Sorry fellas…….

Notice in all those clips, the common denominator (on offense), he isn't holding the ball for more than half a second before he makes his move, whether it be pass, shot, shot creation or drive. That's all you can ask for.

I think the final evolution, if he's going to rise to that KG level type of player (and this might never happen), is that he can be a little more refined in those attacks. I prefer the fast attack to him holding the ball, but you can see he's still getting used to it and a lot of it is herky jerky that somehow works, but sometimes doesn't. If he can speed up his mental process just one more tick, have the game slow down for him a little bit more, he'll be that KG type of player I know he potentially could be.

That said, even if not, this type of Bam is more than enough to be a #2 on a contender.

[SA37]

The next step for Jaquez is consistency. It's too wild to have 25 one night and 6 the next. We'll have to see if Jaime's play holds up throughout the season, but he's off to an unexpectedly good start.

Think we just have to keep in mind he is a bench guy so those numbers will likely continue to fluctuate coupled with the fact that we’re just running and gunning without really calling any sets. There might be some sporadic scoring from the roster as a whole based on the new scheme.

If he consistently produces, he'll get consistent run. And if that happens, I wouldn't rule out him eventually replacing Wiggins as the starting SF (I don't see Miami keeping Wiggins long-term, so whenever he is traded or leaves via FA). It's not crazy to think Jaquez could develop into Josh Giddey light.

[3ammy3uck3ts]

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Sorry fellas…….

Notice in all those clips, the common denominator (on offense), he isn't holding the ball for more than half a second before he makes his move, whether it be pass, shot, shot creation or drive. That's all you can ask for.

I think the final evolution, if he's going to rise to that KG level type of player (and this might never happen), is that he can be a little more refined in those attacks. I prefer the fast attack to him holding the ball, but you can see he's still getting used to it and a lot of it is herky jerky that somehow works, but sometimes doesn't. If he can speed up his mental process just one more tick, have the game slow down for him a little bit more, he'll be that KG type of player I know he potentially could be.

That said, even if not, this type of Bam is more than enough to be a #2 on a contender.

He’s scratching the surface, let’s hope he can have another breakthrough. The shot balance id like is almost there, cut a few mid range and attack the rim and we’re good. Continue to sell contact and get some easy ones at the line to get a rhythm going. I hope he’s not an afterthought on offense once we’re at full strength

[3ammy3uck3ts]

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Someone’s losing their spot when Herro comes back, it shouldn’t be Pelle though. Should probably be Niko, interested to see considering he just signed the extension

[Tim_Hardawayy]

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Sorry fellas…….

Notice in all those clips, the common denominator (on offense), he isn't holding the ball for more than half a second before he makes his move, whether it be pass, shot, shot creation or drive. That's all you can ask for.

I think the final evolution, if he's going to rise to that KG level type of player (and this might never happen), is that he can be a little more refined in those attacks. I prefer the fast attack to him holding the ball, but you can see he's still getting used to it and a lot of it is herky jerky that somehow works, but sometimes doesn't. If he can speed up his mental process just one more tick, have the game slow down for him a little bit more, he'll be that KG type of player I know he potentially could be.

That said, even if not, this type of Bam is more than enough to be a #2 on a contender.

He’s scratching the surface, let’s hope he can have another breakthrough. The shot balance id like is almost there, cut a few mid range and attack the rim and we’re good. Continue to sell contact and get some easy ones at the line to get a rhythm going. I hope he’s not an afterthought on offense once we’re at full strength

I don't even mind the middy, if you're an elite player that's your job, the midrange isn't dead but it should be reserved for your best players who are forced to create, which he is. Only thing is you can see sometimes he looks like he's attacking quicker maybe not because he wants to, but the coaches told him its better for the offense, and so his drives or moves look a little more off balance than usual.

That's something he can improve with time, muscle memory. I don't know if you remember 90's Heat much, but Zo had a similar evolution offensively from 96 to around 00, where first he'd hold the ball too long and be a ball stopper, then he'd attack quicker but look off balance, and by the 00 season he looked very comfortable going fast and the game just came to him. All his efficiency numbers peaked, and then unfortunately the kidney hit.

If Bam can do the same thing, and not get hit with a life threatening illness, would be great to see. And Bam is honestly a better more skilled player offensively than Zo to begin with anyways, just not quite as strong.

[Tim_Hardawayy]

The Pelle/Jaime/Herro thing is a good problem to have. The best outcome for Heat fans is Tyler comes back, plays as good or better than he did last season, but Pelle/Jaime also continue to excel, and Tyler is able to be flipped for an upgrade. Tyler/Ware/Niko for Giannis would be pretty nice. Run Bam at center like we used to, but with Giannis next to him that's more than enough size. Jaime would have to lock in his 3 ball for this to work, and we may still need more depth at the point in the long run, but on paper it sounds good.

[Wiltside]

Bam’s three ball is legit now. J is looking smooth, and he’s playing decisively. This offense suits him.

He should be an All-Star again this year. Outstanding start.

[Beenie]

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Someone’s losing their spot when Herro comes back, it shouldn’t be Pelle though. Should probably be Niko, interested to see considering he just signed the extension

Need a consolidation trade.

Mitchell's salary ought to be considered in a package with either Wiggins or Herro, and if more salary is needed, Jovic too.

[3ammy3uck3ts]

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Someone’s losing their spot when Herro comes back, it shouldn’t be Pelle though. Should probably be Niko, interested to see considering he just signed the extension

Need a consolidation trade.

Mitchell's salary ought to be considered in a package with either Wiggins or Herro, and if more salary is needed, Jovic too.

My guess is we won’t be doing anything until the Giannis situation plays out. Let’s hope we at least get our pick back from this Terry fiasco and the young guys keep showing up during our games, we actually might have enough ammo this time around if so

[3ammy3uck3ts]

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[SoFlaKingReal]

The problem with Morant is he doesn't shoot the 3 ball well. We all know from the Butler era that it's a constant uphill battle if you cant shoot from 3.

[MiamiLoyal926]

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Sorry fellas…….

Trade him while his value is inflated.

[Hoops3355]

The problem with Morant is he doesn't shoot the 3 ball well. We all know from the Butler era that it's a constant uphill battle if you cant shoot from 3.

Yeah I don't see it either. Again the hiring of the Grizz Offensive consultant in the off-season kills any of this. Imo I think we're looking at SF upgrade just not sure who or what that looks like until we get closer to ASB.