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Could Giannis Antetokounmpo Transform the Miami Heat's Future? The NBA world is buzzing with speculation as Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Milwaukee Bucks hangs in the balance. Could the Miami Heat be his next destination? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore potential trade scenarios that might bring Giannis to Miami, whether they would need to include Bam Adebayo or Tyler Herro, and how the Heat could go about building a contender around Giannis.0:00 Intro: Giannis non-committal about Bucks future2:09 Breaking down Giannis trade possibilities7:07 Draft lottery impact on potential Giannis trades12:00 What Miami would need to offer for Giannis19:27 Comparing potential Heat trade packages28:38 Giannis' impact on team win totals32:05 Heat's history of rebuilding around superstarsBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizepicksNow’s the perfect time to join. Download the app todayand use codeLOCKEDONNBA to get $50 instantly

Is the Miami Heat on the brink of a major transformation? Pat Riley's recent press conference has sparked speculation about potential roster changes, with the Heat president emphasizing the need for a fresh approach. As the team navigates the complexities of the NBA, Riley's comments on Tyler Herro's pivotal role and the Jimmy Butler situation are creating waves. The discussion also touches on Erik Spoelstra's need for a break, highlighting the pressures of leading a top-tier team. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil talk about what Riley's changes could look like, why Kevin Durant looks like a stronger possibility and more.Timestamps0:00 Intro: Pat Riley's press conference on Heat's future5:30 Riley open to adding aging star player16:16 Riley emphasizes importance of regular season26:03 Riley's differing approaches to Butler and Herro31:25 Spoelstra needs a vacation after stressful seasonBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheatSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire

As the Miami Heat's season concludes, all eyes are on Pat Riley's annual press conference. Will Riley reveal the team's future direction and address the Jimmy Butler trade saga? This episode unpacks the potential impact of Riley's statements on the Miami Heat's strategy, including Tyler Herro's contract extension and the looming luxury tax challenges. Hosts Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore whether the Heat will pursue another star player or focus on building around Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo. With insider insights, they discuss the implications of Riley's comments for the team's roster and fan engagement.Timestamps0:00 Intro: Pat Riley's upcoming press conference5:34 Riley's unique press conference style11:13 Accountability for Jimmy Butler situation16:31 Potential plans for Heat's future direction25:34 Key questions about Tyler Herro's extension30:36 Will Riley address retirement?Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat 

Could Kevin Durant Transform the Miami Heat's Future? The Miami Heat could be eyeing a game-changing move: acquiring Kevin Durant. With Durant's scoring prowess, he could become the Heat's highest scorer since LeBron James. This episode explores how Durant might fit alongside Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, and what trade packages could bring him to Miami. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze the financial implications, including a potential two-year, $122 million extension, and compare this situation to Jimmy Butler's past negotiations. The discussion also touches on the long-term impact of Durant's addition on the Heat's championship aspirations.Timestamps0:00 Intro: Kevin Durant trade rumors to Miami Heat5:00 Durant's potential fit with Heat roster10:13 Trade package options for Kevin Durant16:42 Phoenix Suns' perspective on potential trade23:56 Other teams that could pursue Kevin Durant29:38 Durant's priorities and preferred destinations34:05 Comparing Durant extension to Jimmy Butler situationBecome a Locke

Can the Miami Heat realistically trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer? Wes Goldberg breaks down why people around the NBA think Miami is an attractive destination to Giannis, potential trade packages and the Heat's competition in the event that the Milwaukee Bucks listen to offers for their star player.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required.BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month. UpworkVisit Upwork.comright now and post your job for free. With Upwork, you can find specialized freelancers in marketing, development, design, and more—experts ready to help you take your business to the next level. OpenPhoneStre

Can the Miami Heat Still Attract NBA's Elite? The Miami Heat's allure as a top destination for star players is under scrutiny. With the NBA offseason approaching, the Heat's recruitment strategy is in the spotlight. Can they still draw the likes of Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kevin Durant? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore the Heat's potential trade targets and the necessary changes to their recruitment pitch.Timestamps0:00 Intro: Miami Heat's future and star appeal5:17 Heat's reputation vs current team performance10:05 Potential star targets for the Heat16:47 Analyzing Giannis to Miami possibility22:22 Other star players Heat could pursue27:22 Changes needed to Heat's recruitment pitch33:37 Spoelstra and Adebayo as key recruiters Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console requ

The Locked on NBA Squad show brings together hosts from across the network to discuss the latest NBA playoff developments. In this episode, they analyze the injury-plagued Cleveland Cavaliers' struggles against the Indiana Pacers, debating whether the Cavs can overcome their setbacks. The conversation then shifts to the Golden State Warriors vs. Minnesota Timberwolves series, with hosts dissecting matchups and betting odds. The group explores Anthony Edwards' emergence as a potential series-defining player. The episode concludes with predictions for upcoming playoff games, offering insights into the Knicks-Celtics and Nuggets-Thunder matchups. Throughout, the hosts provide expert analysis, engaging banter, and bold predictions for NBA fans to consider. 0:00 Intro: NBA playoffs and injury updates5:46 Pacers vs Cavs: Injuries and adjustments14:59 FanDuel sponsorship and betting odds17:00 Warriors vs Timberwolves series predictions24:23 Matchup analysis and strategic considerations29:00 Predictions for upcoming

The Miami Heat's recent playoff exit against the Cleveland Cavaliers has sparked intense discussions about their future. With Tyler Herro's defensive challenges and the team's roster construction under scrutiny, the Heat's offseason strategy is crucial. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore potential moves, including a hypothetical trade for Ja Morant, weighing his on-court brilliance against off-court concerns. They also highlight the importance of Bam Adebayo and Kel'el Ware's chemistry as a cornerstone for the team's success.Timestamps0:00 Heat's lessons from Cavaliers loss5:50 Roster construction issues beyond Tyler Herro14:00 Heat missing a true number one scoring option20:25 Lack of specialized roles hurting Heat's depth25:22 Offseason priorities29:59 Analyzing potential Ja Morant trade packageBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming

Wes Goldberg and David Ramil settle the Dwyane Wade vs James Harden argument for good.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required.BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month. UpworkVisit Upwork.comright now and post your job for free. With Upwork, you can find specialized freelancers in marketing, development, design, and more—experts ready to help you take your business to the next level. OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnbaDoor DashSign up for DashPass and when any player scores 50+ in a playoff game, DashPass members ca

Can the Miami Heat secure a star player to elevate their game? With the NBA offseason in full swing, the Heat's focus is on acquiring a star player to boost their offensive rating, which has lagged in the bottom 10 for three years. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore potential trades involving big names like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant, while dissecting the team's tradeable assets and salary cap situation. They also tackle contract negotiations for Davion Mitchell and Tyler Herro, weighing the implications of extending Herro's contract against the backdrop of the Heat's current roster.Timestamps0:00 Heat's offseason priorities and options5:37 Analyzing Heat's tradable assets and star targets13:32 Davion Mitchell's restricted free agency situation23:12 Tyler Herro's potential contract extension28:25 Heat's free agency options and salary cap situationBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you k

Can the Miami Heat's offseason decisions redefine their future in the NBA? With Tyler Herro's standout season and Kel'el Ware's focus on strength, the Heat's strategy is under the microscope. This episode explores Herro's unexpected rise to a career season, Ware's offseason goals, and Andrew Wiggins' potential role with the team. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze fan opinions on whether the Heat should rebuild or pursue a star player, while considering Pat Riley's influence on the team's direction.Timestamps0:00 Heat exit interviews and offseason plans5:05 Tyler Herro's maturity and fan expectations14:15 Andrew Wiggins' disappointing stint with Heat26:10 Listener poll on Heat's offseason strategy30:04 Debating merits of rebuilding vs adding stars Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K device

The Miami Heat's season ended with unexpected challenges, leaving fans and analysts questioning the future. Erik Spoelstra, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro opened up about the Jimmy Butler chaos during their exit interviews and discussed the Heat's plans for returning to contention. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down what they learned about the Heat's direction, including Davion Mitchell's future and Herro's contract extension.Timestamps0:00 Miami Heat's disappointing season wrap-up5:42 Bam Adebayo's perspective on team changes9:08 Reflecting on Jimmy Butler's chaotic departure13:06 Spoelstra addresses Butler's impact on team19:16 Team's struggle to process Butler situation24:20 New leadership emerging: Bam and Tyler27:05 Davion Mitchell's uncertain free agency future31:51 Tyler Herro discusses potential contract extensionBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheatSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn

The Cleveland Cavaliers moved into Round 2 with the most lopsided series win in NBA playoff history. The Cavs led this game by as many as 60 points before beating the Heat 138-83 to sweep their Eastern Conference 1st-round series in 4 games. Donovan Mitchell scored 22 points, De’Andre Hunter added 19 and Ty Jerome had 18 points, Evans Mobley added 17 and Jarrett Allen had 14 points, 12 rebounds and six steals for the Cavaliers. Cleveland won the series by a combined 122 points, one more than the previous record for series margin set by Denver over New Orleans in 2009. The 55-point margin in Game 4 was the 2nd consecutive game in which the Cavs handed the Heat their worst playoff loss in Heat history, topping Saturday’s 124-87 blowout. The combined score of the 2 games was 262-170. Nikola Jovic led the Heat with 24 points. Ban Adebayo scored 13, while Pelle Larsson and Andrew Wiggins added 12 apiece. Cleveland jumped out to a 9-0 lead and led 43-14 late in the 1st quarter before Davion Mitchell’s buzzer-beatin

The Miami Heat's recent playoff exit against the Cleveland Cavaliers has ignited discussions about significant offseason changes. With Bam Adebayo hinting at a transformative summer, the Heat's future strategy is under the spotlight. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil explore the implications of Adebayo's comments, the decision to make the playoffs, and the potential for a roster overhaul. They also debate the value of maintaining draft assets and the challenges of moving contracts.Timestamps0:00 Intro1:30 Bam predicts big changes for Heat14:30 Were the Heat right to make playoffs?24:52 Listener questions on Giannis trade scenariosBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible

The Miami Heat's season ends in a shocking blowout against the Cleveland Cavaliers, raising questions about the team's future. On the heels of Miami's embarrassing exit, Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dissect the team's performance, highlighting the need for significant changes. They explore the impact of Jimmy Butler's trade request and Erik Spoelstra's coaching decisions, and discuss the organization's missteps, including the handling of the Butler situation.Timestamps0:00 Intro: Miami Heat's season ends in blowout loss5:26 Analyzing the Heat's disappointing playoff exit12:29 Was the Heat's season a failure?25:14 Listener questions on playoffs and offseason30:55 Addressing Tyler Herro's comments about Jimmy Butler Become a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire

Can the Miami Heat overcome the Cleveland Cavaliers' defensive prowess? The Heat's playoff journey hangs in the balance as they face a formidable challenge from the Cavaliers. With Tyler Herro struggling against Cleveland's top locking defense, the Heat must strategize to unlock his offensive potential. Bam Adebayo's performance is under scrutiny, as he needs to assert dominance in the series. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dissect the Heat's lineup decisions, including the roles of Andrew Wiggins and Duncan Robinson, while exploring potential adjustments for Game 4. The discussion offers insights into the Heat's tactics and the Cavaliers' defensive strategies. Will the Heat find their rhythm and rise to the occasion? Tune in for an in-depth analysis and discover the strategies that could redefine the series.Timestamps0:00 Intro: Miami Heat's playoff situation5:52 Cleveland's defensive strategy against Tyler Herro14:24 Expectations and hopes for Game 430:58 Debating potential starting lineup changesBecome a Loc

After two competitive games to open the series, the Miami Heat were thoroughly outplayed in their blowout loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday to fall to 0-3 in the series. The Cavs took Tyler Herro out of the game and revealed yet another weakness in Miami's defense. Wes Goldberg is joined by Danny Cunningham (Locked On Cavs) from Kaseya Center to break down what happened and look ahead to what can change in Game 4.Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmon

With and 6:46 left in the 1st quarter, the red-hot, extremely confident Miami Heat had raced out to a15-6 lead. The home crowd was in a frenzy. The big, bad Cleveland Cavaliers were on the ropes early in Miami. The Cavs responded exactly like you would expect a #1 seed with serious title aspirations that had beaten their current opponent 5 times in a row to respond. They took Miami’s best shot, they got up, they shook it off, and they went on a 33-5 run of beautiful basketball that not only out this game- and this series- away. It may have put an  end to any thought that Pat Riley, Nick Arison and Erik Spoelstr may have had about the future of this Miami Heat roster. YES, IT WAS THAT BAD. The Cavs were amazingly consistent, and consistently amazing. They dominated points in the paint, rebounds, fast-break points, points off turnovers, free throw attempts, you name it. This was a demolition job. When it was over, (mercifully) the Cavs had handed the Heat their worst playoff loss in franchise history, 124-87, a

Can the Miami Heat overcome the Cleveland Cavaliers in their playoff series? With Bam Adebayo's role under scrutiny and Tyler Herro's defensive challenges, the Heat's strategy is in the spotlight. This episode offers a deep dive into the Miami Heat's playoff dynamics, featuring insights on Bam Adebayo's offensive contributions and Tyler Herro's defensive adjustments. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze the impact of young talents like Nikola Jovic, whose impressive playmaking is crucial for the Heat. The discussion also touches on Evan Mobley's Defensive Player of the Year win and its implications for Bam Adebayo. Timestamps0:00 Intro: Heat vs Cavs series analysis3:39 Bam Adebayo's offensive role and efficiency12:22 Darius Garland's comments on Tyler Herro's defense21:24 Young players benefiting from playoff experience30:07 Evan Mobley wins DPOYBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheat Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league