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Dec 8, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

Breakdown: What does Battier to Heat mean?

Miami Heat
A few thoughts on Shane Battier's decision to sign with the Heat: Foremost, it will mean significant flexibility, particularly if Mike Miller is not discarded as an amnesty release. It also likely spells the end of James Jones' tenure with the Heat....

Dec 9, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

Analysis: Heat appear set at 14 of 15 roster spots

Miami Heat
Why change a good thing? Why indeed. “There's going to be some stability there,” James Jones said Friday morning shortly after he agreed to return as a free agent, following a similar decision by Heat free-agent point guard Mario Chalmers....

Dec 15, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

Thoughts, observations from Heat scrimmage

Miami Heat
No full post-scrimmage blog tonight, because it only was, after all, only a scrimmage. Instead, a few quick thoughts: – I apparently have been wrong about Norris Cole. The kid has the polish of a four-year collegian and appears to have upside. I...

Dec 18, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

Heat 118, Magic 85

Miami Heat
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Dec 19, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

ASK IRA: What about a Chris Kaman trade for the Heat?

Miami Heat
Q: If Mike Miller comes back healthy, and the Hornets want youth, why not package Mario Chalmers, Joel Anthony and Miller for the expiring contract of Chris Kaman? — Jack. A: Because Mario just re-signed as a free agent he cannot be dealt until...

Dec 16, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

ASK IRA: Is Norris Cole the real deal, worthy of starting?

Miami Heat
Q: Is Cole the real deal? The Heat will need him to play substantial minutes. — Chet A: He certainly looked good during Thursday's scrimmage and I really want to see him Sunday against Jameer Nelson. To be honest, I blew off his chances at the start...

Nov 28, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

Report: Samuel Dalembert interested in Heat

Miami Heat
Reiterating the sentiment he expressed several times last season, Sacramento Kings free-agent center Samuel Dalembert says he remains intrigued by the possibility of signing with the Miami Heat. Dalembert, a longer, better-rounded option than what the...

Nov 29, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

ASK IRA: What lengths would Heat go to keep Chalmers?

Miami Heat
Q: I'm curious about the market for Mario Chalmers. Will he be offered more from other teams and will the Heat fight to keep him? I would like to see him return only as a backup. He may have played big minutes in the Finals, but in my opinion he's not the...

Nov 29, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

Odd-makers rate Heat as early, solid NBA favorites

Miami Heat
How highly do the Las Vegas and offshore books think of the Heat? They have them as early-line NBA championship favorites, even though the team still lacks definitive answers at center or point guard. Currently, the only centers under contract to the Heat...

Nov 20, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

What would have been: Sunday vs. 76ers

Miami Heat
(As the NBA remains shuttered, only now are the actual losses of games becoming real. To that end, we will offer a look on each scheduled game day of what would have been in play for the Miami Heat had they actually been playing.) The schedule: The Heat...

Nov 26, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

ASK IRA: Would a short free-agency period hurt Heat?

Miami Heat
Q: Does a shortened free agency period help or hurt Heat? — Jason. A: I don't think it “helps” anyone, but it's a lot more comforting when you already have LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh under contract. It will be a bit tougher...

Nov 27, 2011 | Sun-Sentinel

ASK IRA: Could Miller have more value in trade than amnesty?

Miami Heat
Q: You keep changing your story. Is Mike Miller going to be an amnesty cut or not? — Ian. A: I'm not changing my story, the narrative keeps changing when it comes to what is and is not in the negotiated draft of the new collective-bargaining...