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“He’s the Ultimate Teammate”: Miami Heat’s Duncan Robinson Lauds Jimmy Butler For Stunning Finals Triple-Double
Jimmy Butler was the sensational performer of Finals Game 5 against Lakers as Heat posted a victory. He is a role model for his teammates.
Anthony Davis Blames Andre Iguodala For ‘Re-Aggravating’ His Ankle Injury in Game 5
Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis gives an update on his ankle after an injury scare in Game 5 of NBA Finals against Miami Heat.
“No Matter How They Guard Me”: Jimmy Butler Sends Warning to Lakers After Game 5 Victory
Jimmy Butler is everything but a soft guy. He helped the Miami Heat beat the Lakers in Game 5 and extends a warning ahead of Game 6.
“You Live With It”: Lakers’ LeBron James Disappointed With Horrendous Mistake Costing Game 5
Lakers' LeBron James shares his views on the horrible shot by Danny Green costing them the game. Here is what James has to say about that.
“Arguably the GOAT”: Trail Blazers Star Wishes LeBron James Would Have Taken the Final Shot of Game 5
Following Game 5 of the NBA Finals, CJ McCollum discussed on Twitter what LeBron James and the Lakers should have done in the final play.
Kentavious Cardwell-Pope Passes Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant For a Franchise Playoffs Record
Lakers guard KCP enters history book following a Game 6 defeat by the hands of Miami Heat. He passed Kobe Bryant for a franchise playoffs record.
“Very Disappointed”: Frank Vogel Upset with Late Foul Calls Against The Lakers in Game 5
Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel was left disappointed with the referees' calls in the end following their Game 5 loss to the Miami Heat.
“Get Ya A** Bac”: Snoop Dogg Joins Others to Roast Lakers’ Danny Green After Dissapointing Loss
The Miami Heat defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5. As a result of which, former NBA greats and fans went bonkers to mock the Lakers.
“Little Bit Of Luck”: Jimmy Butler Acknowledges That The Miami Heat Got Fortunate in Game 5
Following the huge Game 5 win, Jimmy Butler acknowledged they were lucky Danny Green missed the potentially the gamewinning three-pointer.
Former Miami Heat Champion Reveals Why LeBron James is a King Even Off the Court
Former Miami Heat teammate of LeBron James heaps praise on him not because of his on-court heroics but his off-court show of leadership.
LeBron James Reaches Yet Another Milestone, Joins Lakers legend in Exclusive NBA Finals Record
After tonight's scoring, Lakers star LeBron James joins legend Jerry West as the only players to record over 1500 points in the NBA Finals.
WATCH: Jimmy Butler and Dwight Howard Collar Each Other in a Nasty Physical Clash
Jimmy Butler and Dwight Howard found themselves in a physical clash at the very beginning of Game 5 between the Lakers and the Miami Heat.
About Miami Heat
Miami Heat 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report
The Miami Heat, owned by Micky Arison, is part of the NBA's Eastern Conference. They belong to the Southeast Division along with the Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards, and Orlando Magic.
History
The Miami Heat entered the NBA in 1988 as an expansion team along with the Charlotte Hornets. They reached the Playoffs only twice in the first eight years, but fell in the first round on both occasions.
In the 1995 season, they were acquired by Carnival Cruise Lines and saw a turnaround in fortunes. In the next season, they reached the Conference Finals, following Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls. En route, they cobbled up a 32-9 way record, earning them the moniker "Road Warriors."
The Miami Heat constantly fell to the New York Knicks in the Playoffs between 1998-2000, before dropping off until the acquisition of Dwyane Wade in 2003. They made four consecutive Playoffs and won their maiden NBA title in 2006. A year later they were swept in the first playoff series.
This was the beginning of a slump in their fortunes. The team notched up an abysmal 15-67 league record in 2007-08. They made the Playoffs again in the next 2 years but didn't achieve success until the formation of the Big 3 in 2010.
Miami Heat used the $48 million cap space and recruited LeBron James and Chris Bosh. They reached four consecutive finals and won two championships in 2012 and 2013.
After LeBron James' departure, they made the Playoffs just twice. In the first year, the Miami Heat became the first team since the 2005 season's Los Angeles Lakers to miss out on the Playoffs after featuring in the previous final.
LeBron James (2012, 2013) is the only Miami Heat player to win the league MVP award. The legendary Pat Riley currently serves as the president of the Heat, while Erik Spoelstra has been the trusted head coach since 2008. In the 2021-22 season, Spoelstra is leading the side to great heights, as they are topping the Eastern Conference at the halfway mark.
Team's Sponsors
The Miami Heat have Ultimate Software as their main sponsors, who advertise on their uniforms. Besides the technology company, Miami has partnerships with companies such as Tissot, Dell, and several other companies.
Achievements and History
| Founded | 1988 |
| Conference | Eastern |
| Division | Southeast |
| President | Pat Riley |
| General Manager | Andy Elisburg |
| Head Coach | Erik Spoelstra |
| Arena | American Airlines Arena |
| Championships (3) | (2006, 2012, 2013) |
| Conference Titles (6) | (2006, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2020) |
| Division Titles (14) | (1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020) |
| Website | www.nba.com/heat |
Miami Heat 2021-22 Roster
| No. | Player | Pos | Ht | Wt | Birth Date |
| 14 | Tyler Herro | SG | 6-5 | 195 | January 20, 2000 |
| 55 | Duncan Robinson | SF | 6-7 | 215 | April 22, 1994 |
| 5 | Kyle Guy | SG | 6-1 | 167 | August 11, 1997 |
| 17 | P.J. Tucker | PF | 6-5 | 245 | May 5, 1985 |
| 21 | Dewayne Dedmon | C | 7-0 | 245 | August 12, 1989 |
| 13 | Bam Adebayo | C | 6-9 | 255 | July 18, 1997 |
| 7 | Kyle Lowry | PG | 6-0 | 196 | March 25, 1986 |
| 11 | KZ Okpala | PF | 6-8 | 215 | April 28, 1999 |
| 22 | Jimmy Butler | SF | 6-7 | 230 | September 14, 1989 |
| 8 | Markieff Morris | PF | 6-9 | 245 | September 2, 1989 |
| 16 | Caleb Martin | SF | 6-5 | 205 | September 28, 1995 |
| 30 | Chris Silva | PF | 6-8 | 234 | September 19, 1996 |
| 11 | KZ Okpala | PF | 6-8 | 215 | April 28, 1999 |
| 2 | Gabe Vincent | PG | 6-3 | 200 | June 14, 1996 |
| 77 | Omer Yurtseven | C | 7-0 | 264 | June 19, 1998 |
| 31 | Max Strus | SF | 6-5 | 215 | March 28, 1996 |
| 40 | Udonis Haslem | C | 6-8 | 235 | June 9, 1980 |
Miami Heat 2021-22 Starting Lineup
Gabe Vincent (G)
Duncan Robinson (G)
Jimmy Butler (F)
P.J. Tucker (F)
Bam Adebayo (C)
