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Miami Heat's Terry Rozier Dilemma: Waive or Keep? Plus, Tim Hardaway's Legacy Revisited | Is Terry Rozier's time with the MIAMI HEAT coming to an end? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze reports suggesting a potential buyout, exploring the implications for the team's roster and salary cap. The duo then shifts focus to Tim Hardaway's transformative impact on the franchise, from his flashy crossover to his role in establishing Heat as an Eastern Conference powerhouse. They debate Hardaway's place in team history, discuss the intense Heat-Knicks rivalry of the 90s, and speculate on missed championship opportunities.0:00 Intro1:30 Miami Heat and Terry Rozier rumors13:19 Tim Hardaway's career and impact on Heat29:41 Sliding doors moment: Alonzo Mourning's health34:49 Would prime Hardaway improve current Heat?Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheatListener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go toh

Nikola Jovic impressed in Serbia's Eurobasket opening win over Estonia. What can the Miami Heat take away from the way Serbia is using the talented forward? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss Jovic's performance before continuing their 25 Of 25 series looking back at the top 25 Heat players over the past 25 seasons with Brian Grant.0:00 Intro1:30 Nikola Jovic thriving at Eurobasket12:00 25 Of 25: Brian GrantListener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnbaMonarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametim

Who should be on the Miami Heat's Mount Rushmore for the 21st Century? Bleacher Report came to a polorizing conclusion. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil debate if they got it right before continuing their 25 Of 25 series discussing the top 25 Heat players of the last 25 years with Caleb Martin.0:00 Intro1:30 Heat Mount Rushmore12:30 25 of 25 on Caleb MartinBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnbaMonarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off

Dru Smith says he should be ready for the start of training camp. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss if that changes the way they think about the Miami Heat's decision to re-sign him. Plus, Pelle Larsson had the ball in hands with the game on the line in Swedan's preparation game for EuroBasket and Erik Spoelstra was in the building to watch. Does Spo envision Larsson having more opportunity for the Miami Heat next season? They discuss their expectations for Larsson in Year 2 before continuing their 25 Of 25 series looking back at the top 25 Heat players of the last 25 years with Caron Butler.0:00 Intro 1:30 Dru Smith 6:00 Pelle Larsson 11:30 25 Of 25: Caron ButlerSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? G

Can the Miami Heat make the Eastern Conference Finals if Bam Adebayo has a career season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the best-case scenarios for the Miami Heat, including an All-NBA season for Bam Adebayo and big contributions from Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins and Norm Powell. Plus, they continue their series looking at the top 25 Heat players of the last 25 seasons with Josh Richardson.0:00 Intro1:30 Can the Heat make the ECF?15:30 25 of 25: Josh RichardsonBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App to

Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss why Draymond Green's criticism of the Miami Heat for the Haywood Highsmith trade falls short before digging into a creative way that the Heat could add a center to the roster without going over the luxury tax. Finally, they put together some options that the Heat can sign in free agency.0:00 Intro1:30 Draymond Green on Highsmith trade13:30 How the Heat can create cap space21:30 Options at centerBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures

The Miami Heat had a busy weekend of roster moves, trading Haywood Highsmith to the Brooklyn Nets while re-signing Dru Smith and getting under the luxury tax. Did the Heat make themselves worse to get under the tax, and what do we think this says about the Heat's asset management? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the details of the moves, what they lose in Highsmith and what it means for the team going forward. They also discuss whether they expect the Heat to make any other moves and the plan at backup center.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your f

Kevin Durant is unlikely to sign a max extension with the Houston Rockets. Could that open the door for the Miami Heat to sign him as a free agent next summer? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil talk about the possibility of Durant to Miami (again). Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheatSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sport

The NBA released the schedule for the 2025-26 season and the Miami Heat are facing a tough stretch to open the season. Were the schedule makers unkind to the Heat, and will the league regret not giving the Heat more national TV games? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the Heat's slate before continuing their season on the top 25 Heat players of the last 25 years with a look at Jason Williams.0:00 Intro1:30 Heat schedule release11:30 25 Of 25: Jason WilliamsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states

The Miami Heat have never advanced past the group stage of the NBA's In-Season Tournament. Will this be the year that changes? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil react to the Heat's grouping before continuing their series looking at the top 25 Heat players of the past 25 years with Chris "Birdman" Andersen.0:00 Intro1:30 Heat's NBA Cup group11:30 25 Of 25: Chris AndersenSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 d

The Miami Heat announced their preseason schedule, complete with a game against the Orlando Magic in Puerto Rico. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the Heat's preseason matchups before beginning their "25 of 25" series counting down the 25 greatest Heat players of the last 25 years, starting with Max Strus. 0:00 Intro1:30 Heat's preseason schedule announced11:30 25 of 25 series kicks off Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable

Miami Heat Roster Moves: Kai Jones Workout Sparks Intrigue. | Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dissect the Miami Heat's recent workout with Kai Jones, exploring his potential fit in the team's thin frontcourt. The duo tackles burning questions about luxury tax implications and possible roster adjustments, including rumors surrounding Simone Fontecchio. They analyze how the Heat could adopt strategies from the Golden State Warriors' championship playbook, with a focus on unleashing Tyler Herro's offensive potential. The hosts also debate the merits of increasing three-point volume to compensate for offensive limitations. 0:00 Intro1:30 Analyzing Kai Jones workout with Heat5:30 Waiving Fontecchio to get under tax11:21 Can Heat learn from Warriors' playstyle?22:45 Blind ranking fast food restaurantsBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.co

Will Haywood Highsmith miss the start of the Miami Heat season? The Heat announced that Highsmith will miss 8-10 weeks after a meniscal tear he sustained during a workout. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the latest around his injury and what it means for Miami's rotation. Then they talk about a funny thing with the NBA's Christmas Day and Opening Night schedules before looking at what the Heat can learn from how Nikola Jovic is being used on Serbia's Eurobasket team. 0:00 Intro1:30 Haywood Highsmith injury impact11:33 Players who could step up for Heat16:46 Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s opportunity to improve21:31 NBA Christmas and opening night schedules28:13 Nikola Jovic impressing in EurobasketBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use

Miami Heat fan favorites: From D-Wade to Birdman, who tops the list? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil draft their ultimate Miami Heat fan favorites, sparking debates on what truly makes a beloved player. The hosts analyze icons like Udonis Haslem and Dwyane Wade, while also exploring the impact of role players such as Duncan Robinson and Mario Chalmers. They dive into the polarizing nature of Jimmy Butler's tenure and discuss why white three-point shooters seem to capture Heat fans' hearts. The conversation covers various eras of Heat basketball, from Alonzo Mourning's inspiring comeback to Tyler Herro's rise to stardom.0:00 Intro1:30 Biggest fan favorites in Heat history3:28 Udonis Haslem vs Dwyane Wade6:51 Jimmy Butler: Controversial choice13:03 White three-point shooters20:18 Rookie Tyler Herro24:52 Speed round32:36 Honorable mentionsBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENER

Will the Miami Heat exceed expectations and go over their projected win total? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss their reasons for taking the over on 38.5 wins, and then examine whether Bam Adebayo can finally win Defensive Player of the Year, which Heat players could be in the mix for Most Improved, and if Erik Spoelstra is gearing up for a Coach of the Year campaign.0:00 Intro1:30 Heat over/under 38.5 wins12:30 Bam Adebayo's DPOY chances25:39 Heat players for Most Improved28:00 Spoelstra's best case yet for COYBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order.This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications w

De'Aaron Fox signed an extension with the San Antonio Spurs, taking him off the market next summer. Where will the Miami Heat turn for their next star player? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil talk about what Fox's extension means for their 2026 plans, Tyler Herro's extension talks and more before discussing some names for Heat fans to keep an eye on.0:00 Intro1:30 De'Aaron Fox extension11:30 Tyler Herro extension talks22:00 Targets for next summerBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order.This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/locke

The Miami Heat are beginning a new era, and that means Erik Spoelstra has to approach coaching the team in a new way. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss what they want to see from Spoelstra's coaching this season, including a major change to the offense, leaning into the roster's strengths on defense and rotation adjustments.0:00 Intro1:30 How Spo can learn from last season11:30 Changes to rotation and offense24:15 Changes to coaching staff and defenseBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order.This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone

Miami Heat fans are disappointed after Luka Doncic signed a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, but did the Heat ever really have a chance? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss what Luka's extension means for the Heat's superstar pursuit before analyzing Bam Adebayo's recent comments about the roster and whether the Heat are in danger of becoming the most boring team in South Florida.0:00 Intro1:30 Luka's extension11:30 Bam talks roster22:25 Bam on Norm Powell27:00 Heat slipping behind Marlins?Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order.This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPh

Who is the most interesting player on the Miami Heat next season? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil nominate players from the Heat's starting lineup and bench and pin them against each other for the crown of "Most Interesting." They also discuss the least interesting players on the roster, and the sidequests they are paying the most attention to.0:00 Intro1:30 Most/least interesting Heat starter12:30 Most/least interesting Heat bench player21:00 Final winnersBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download

The Miami Heat have been linked to Sacramento Kings scorers Malik Monk and DeMar DeRozan before, and the Kings are reportedly shopping them to make room for Russell Westbrook. Would trading for either Monk or DeRozan make sense for the Heat? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss their potential fits before reacting to Daryl Morey's claim that the NBA Bubble Finals deserve an asterisk. Then they discuss which Heat players can use a Luka Doncic-like body transformation.0:00 Intro2:02 Potential Kings trades for Heat7:45 DeMar DeRozan's fit13:29 Daryl Morey on NBA Bubble21:30 Which Heat player needs a body transformation?Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Game