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1 week agoErik Spoelstra's first big test of the new season has already arrived
The challenges facing Heat coach Erik Spoelstra ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season seemed straightforward. Steep, sure, but most of the typical stuff: navigating around a void at point guard, forming this group's identity, helping rookie Kasparas Jakucionis find his way after a shaky summer, bringing the best back out of Bam Adebayo. That was true until the injury bug hurled an unexpected curveball their way and sent Tyler Herro under the knife for surgery on his foot and ankle.
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1 week agoHeat fans won't be happy with decision Erik Spoelstra will be forced into
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra may have no choice but to embrace a defensive-first mentality this season after the injury to Tyler Herro. It may not be what Heat fans were hoping for, especially after their offensive struggles last season, but this is what will give the Heat the best shot to keep their head above water in the Eastern Conference until their All-Star guard returns.
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1 week agoHeat could unveil juggernaut defensive lineup at start of the season
Miami Heat will start Davion Mitchell, Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins, Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware after Tyler Herro's injury, shifting playmaking and defense.
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1 week agoTyler Herro injury could force Heat into surprise rotation move
Now that we know Tyler Herro's timetable for return from left ankle surgery, we also know that the Miami Heat will have to get creative with their rotation to start the season. And that could include head coach Erik Spoelstra dusting off rookie Kasparas Jakucionis earlier than anyone expected. Despite being billed as one of the best-value picks in the draft,
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1 week agoHeat will likely lean into newly acquired guard to fill Tyler Herro scoring void
The Miami Heat will begin the 2025-26 season without Tyler Herro; Norman Powell is expected to assume primary scoring responsibilities and pursue a contract extension.
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1 week agoTyler Herro injury news cranks up pressure on Heat's top breakout prospect
Not only is Herro coming off a career year in which he made the All-Star Game, but he's the team's leading scorer, and paced them in assists as well. Miami's offense was already at a disadvantage with him. It has no top-tier creator. Herro is their best passer, which is a testament to his evolution, and also not ideal. Without him, the Heat's offense could be subject to complete and utter implosion.
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