Locked On Heat

With one hand! The left hand! Hassan Whiteside gets the game-winning tip in in what was essentially a playoff game. The Miami Heat beat the Detroit Pistons 97-96. What an exciting way to win a game. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the final minutes of the exciting game, what this means for the Heat’s season, Goran Dragic’s tough performance and Whiteside’s recent improvement. Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Get in touch with the show on Twitter (@LockedOnHeat) or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does Erik Spoelstra need to switch up the Miami Heat's rotation? Why is Josh Richardson struggling, has the league figured out how to beat the Heat? Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Get in touch with the show on Twitter (@LockedOnHeat) or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After losing to the Toronto Raptors 101-84, the Miami Heat have dropped two of the last three games, and seem to be struggling without Dion Waiters who is out with a sprained ankle. Miami's shooting reverted back to the early season slump, missing a bunch of three-pointers and easy shots at the rim. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss how much the Heat miss Waiters, concerns for this final playoff push, and why Hassan Whiteside was the silver lining. Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Get in touch with the show on Twitter (@LockedOnHeat) or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does Erik Spoelstra need to adjust his defense? Does the Dion Waiters injury open up the door to new possibilities? Who should Miami Heat fans watch in the NCAA tournament? Let's open up the mailbag! Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). You can reach us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat and by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

By beating the Phoenix Suns Tuesday -- and thanks to Brook Lopez's game-winner to lift the Brooklyn Nets over the Detroit Pistons -- the Miami Heat are in the playoffs. For now. Hassan Whiteside's big game helped the Heat blow out the Suns, but he suffered an unfortunate injury to his right hand in the waning minutes of the game. Already without Dion Waiters, the Heat can't afford another key player missing time during this final playoff push. Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Get in touch with the show on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gamil.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) are joined by Ira Winderman (@IraHeatBeat), who has been covering the Miami Heat since the beginning at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. No one knows the team or has covered them as long as Ira. We dig into a bunch of really interesting stuff, including how Dion Waiters has been able to thrive, what the team will look like next season (and if Waiters is a part of the team's core), and if they can make any noise in the playoffs. You can reach the show on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Locked On Heat's David Ramil joins Locked On Timberwolves Zachary Bennett to preview the Miami Heat's matchup against the Timberwolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After missing a game with a bruised eye, Goran Dragic returned right where he left off, scoring 33 points as the Miami Heat beat the New Orleans Pelicans and inched closer to a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the Heat's win over the Pelicans, including Dragic's performance, how Miami's frontcourt (in some ways) out played that of New Orleans, and then do a standings update. Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wes Goldberg and David Ramil talk about David's reported feature on Goran Dragic for The Step Back, how he's learned to get to the rim, why he's okay with not getting deserved foul calls, how he's become a two-way player, where he ranks among the NBA's best point guards and how he's become the leader of the surging Miami Heat. Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should the Miami Heat make re-signing Dion Waiters a priority this summer? Are the Heat are dark horse in the East? Is Justise Winslow expendable? Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) open up the mailbag. Get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a second game of a back-to-back, and missing Goran Dragic with an eye injury, the Miami Heat fell to the Indiana Pacers 102-98. It was a strong effort, but it's a tough loss considering what was at stake in terms of the Eastern Conference playoffs. The Heat are now a full game back of the Milwaukee Bucks for the no. 8 seed. Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) breakdown the loss, why the Heat's offense struggled without Dragic, and what's next in the team's playoff chase. Get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a game that had a playoff-like atmosphere, Dion Waiters came up big again as the Miami Heat beat the Charlotte Hornets 108-101. The Heat have won 20 of 24, and are now a half game back of the no. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference. Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) break down the win. You can reach us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Miami Heat's win over the Cleveland Cavaliers has fans wondering just how deep could this team go if they make the Eastern Conference playoffs. Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) discuss what the win means for the Heat, and if advancing past the first round is realistic. You can get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dion Waiters breaks out of his slump and the Miami Heat beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-98 Monday. Waiters scored 29, including the dagger three-pointer to clinch the win. It was a statement win by the Heat, as they inch even closer to a playoff berth in the East. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the win before joining the podcast Fastbreak Breakfast as guests to chat about the Heat's turnaround this season. Get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat and by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hassan Whiteside is responsible for a lot of things the Miami Heat do, so should we cut him some slack when we criticize him? NOPE! Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) open up the mailbag and discuss why, also: Who is the best first-round matchup, and can the Heat still hit a home run in the NBA Draft? Get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss the report that the Miami Heat aren't interested in any of the current buyout candidates, then break down the remaining schedule and the team's playoff chances. You can reach us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a disappointing loss to the Mavericks on Monday, the Miami Heat bounced back to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 125-98. Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13) break down the win, and discuss whether or not Rodney McGruder should be in the Rookie of the Year conversation. Get in touch with us on Twitter @LockedOnHeat or by email, at LockedOnHeat@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Miami Heat are expected to begin the process to clear Chris Bosh's contract from the salary cap and create another roster spot. What should they do with this potential resource? Hosted by Wes Goldberg (@wcgoldberg) and David Ramil (@dramil13). Subscribe on iTunes or via RSS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Miami Heat led 31-22 after the first quarter, but then the Dallas Mavericks went to a zone defense, Seth Curry got hot and the Heat lost to the Mavericks 96-89. Over the last 15 games, the Miami Heat had been the best three-point shooting team in the NBA. On Monday, however, they made just 9-of-26 of their shots from behind the arc. The offense that was so hot went cold, as Miami went scoreless over the final 4:39 of the game. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the Heat's loss, but also talk about Goran Dragic's strong play this season and the right way to eat pizza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the NBA trade deadline gone, some veterans could be available on the buyout market. Who should the Miami Heat target? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil open up the mailbag to answer that and more, including: Why should the Heat trade for a star if they can sign one, and who should they be targeting in the NBA draft now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices