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LeBron James, Who Once Gave a Career Ending Scare to Dwyane Wade, Renders Overwhelming Note for HOF Bound Brother

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3x All-Star Gilbert Arenas Once Just Trailed LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and 3 Other Legends in NBA 2K Rating

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Compelled to Pray Ahead of HoF Induction, Dwyane Wade?s ?Substitute? Unveils Longing for Highest Basketball Honor

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Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade watches from the bench after fouling out against the Lakers in the fou

$186,000,000 Deal Comes With Its Own Perks as LeBron James? Teammate Set to Take Over Dwyane Wade in?’Esteemed’?List

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Boasting Rights to $135,000,000 Worth Muhammad Ali Royalties, Shaquille O?Neal Triggers Nostalgia Through 42YO Iconic Duel

Ahead of 2024, Dwyane Wade's 'substitute' shows interest in getting inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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7ft Bully?s Heart Turns Tender for Taiwan?s Superstar as Shaquille O?Neal Endorses Dwyane Wade?s Disappointment

Ahead of 2024, Dwyane Wade's 'substitute' shows interest in getting inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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After Serena Williams? $260,000,000 Intimidation, Shaquille O?Neal Hits New Heights With $1.4 Million Move in Washington State

Ahead of 2024, Dwyane Wade's 'substitute' shows interest in getting inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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“I Can?t Wreck My Brain?: 164 Days After Winning the President?s Award, 41 YO Dwyane Wade Reveals His Mantra To Distance Naysayers

After receiving prestigious award, Dwyane Wade's recent insights on his tricks to tackle his naysayers wins the internet.

CA: 2022 People s Choice Awards – Arrivals Dwyane Wade arrives at the 2022 People s Choice Awards held at the Barker Han

“Talking Sh*t to Me”: 15 Years After Jaw Dropping Triumph, Dwyane Wade Made a Daunting Confession to Tiger Woods In 2021

A conversation between Dwyane Wade and Tiger Wood prompts a Twitter user to analyze.

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9 Years Older Than Dwyane Wade, Wife Gabrielle Gushes About Her Husband as Massive Feat Approaches

With Dwyane Wade just three days away from a glorious achievement, his wife Gabrielle Union set off the early fireworks with GOAT claim.

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade arrive on the red carpet for The Met Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art celebrating

Despite Heartbreaking 2016 News, Dwyane Wade Discards Having Any Hard Feelings to Focus on the Next Chapter of His Life

NBA and Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade discards any hard feelings over his 2016 exit, as he looks forward to his next chapter.

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?For Our Hawaii Family?: Dwayne Wade Joins Hundreds In Prayer As Horrifying Wildfire Tears Maui Down

Ahead of 2024, Dwyane Wade's 'substitute' shows interest in getting inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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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
ConferenceEastern
Division?Southeast
PresidentPat Riley
General ManagerAndy 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)
Websitewww.nba.com/heat

Miami Heat 2021-22 Roster

No.PlayerPosHtWtBirth Date
14Tyler HerroSG6-5195January 20, 2000
55Duncan RobinsonSF6-7215April 22, 1994
5Kyle GuySG6-1167August 11, 1997
17P.J. TuckerPF6-5245May 5, 1985
21Dewayne DedmonC7-0245August 12, 1989
13Bam AdebayoC6-9255July 18, 1997
7Kyle LowryPG6-0196March 25, 1986
11KZ OkpalaPF6-8215April 28, 1999
22Jimmy ButlerSF6-7230September 14, 1989
8Markieff MorrisPF6-9245September 2, 1989
16Caleb MartinSF6-5205September 28, 1995
30Chris SilvaPF6-8234September 19, 1996
11KZ OkpalaPF6-8215April 28, 1999
2Gabe VincentPG6-3200June 14, 1996
77Omer YurtsevenC7-0264June 19, 1998
31Max StrusSF6-5215March 28, 1996
40Udonis HaslemC6-8235June 9, 1980

Miami Heat 2021-22 Starting Lineup

Gabe Vincent (G)

Duncan Robinson (G)

Jimmy Butler (F)

P.J. Tucker (F)

Bam Adebayo (C)