Locked On Heat

The Miami Heat are facing a challenging season, with fans divided over whether to tank or push for the playoffs. With Erik Spoelstra at the helm, the team grapples with the aftermath of the Jimmy Butler trade and a noticeable decline in their famed "Heat Culture." Hosts Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dissect the Heat's recent performance, exploring the emotional impact of Butler's departure and the team's struggle to redefine itself. They discuss key figures like Bam Adebayo and Nikola Jovic, while analyzing Spoelstra's coaching amidst roster changes. The episode also highlights the decline in hustle stats and speculates on future strategies to reignite the team's work ethic.Timestamps0:00 Intro1:30 Vibe check5:38 Jimmy Butler's success with Warriors16:07 Erik Spoelstra's coaching under scrutiny22:22 Heat dealing with aftermath of Butler trade27:02 Declining hustle stats reveal culture shiftBecome a Locked On Heat Insider on Subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonheatYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter