Three takeaways from Miami Heat opener: Dru, Ware/Jovic and European style | Five on the Floor
With the Miami Heat’s first preseason game — a loss to Orlando in Puerto Rico — complete, Ethan Skolnick and Greg Sylvander examine the notable trends going forward.
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I hated all the jokes and pokes at Dru …even from some “Heat “ channels. I rooted for him for that very reason from day one. I’m happy to see someone chase a dream no matter what barriers are put in place. Salute 🫡
We got comments about Precious Achua needing more minutes in a preseason game, and how Jovic isn't a good fit in the starting lineup. Fans are in PEAK form already.
Ware had 9 rebounds Nikola had 1
0-5, being out rebounded, and leading the starting unit to a -1 definitely worth $50 mill😂😂😂😂
But sure let’s talk about the 21 year old. Typical 5Reasons
OK, so let me get this straight does this mean that we are playing small ball all over again? Also, the second unit gets on the court and Kelel Ware checks into the game
Dunno why it’s so hard for people to admit that Jovic is far and away the most gifted player on this team, it has been obvious to me since watching summer league after the finals loss. His skill at his size, his IQ, the pace he pushes, how much his eyes see, how fast his brain processes, his natural creativity… It’s in a different stratosphere from the rest of the team.
It’s only a matter of how green of a light Spo gives him.
Hey guys, great listen. Regarding Euro-style JJJ, he looked good yesterday, I think he can adapt, and Ware should be perfect for Euroball, as you always need a play finisher(his ideal type:Porzingis..), especially at his height, but I agree, for him to adapt he has to have a drive.. Looking forward for tomorrows game..
Ethan didn’t see the clip of Jovic getting out rebound by smaller players
Dru Smith is one of my favorite type of player, hard worker, plays about his weight and talent level.
Him being on the court the other day after devastating injuries, especially an Achilles tear after getting through an ACL injury, I have a hard time not rooting for him. I can't imagine the level of mental fortitude he has.
Ware "was not moving". Part of it is playing the stupid drop coverage defense on PnR.
The #PointJovic era is here, baby. 🔥🔥🔥 I've been saying for years that Niko is going to be an All-star. Ever since i seen him playing for the Skyforce. (Yes, i watch Skyforce games. There's something wrong with me)😂😂😂😂. Also, it looks like Spo has learned his lesson with how to run an offense. Euro's know how to do it…… GO HEAT 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Herro Powell jovic adebayo ware
This roster sucks. Hopefully they are right on Jovic because he hasnt even been good yet beyond a few flashes. Ware doesnt care, Larson and JJJ can’t shoot, wiggins is soft, Bam and Herro are good players that are way over valued by the Heat. I like Powell but he is not a Franchise changer.
This is the lowest interest that i’ve had coming into a season in years.
Dru turned me into a believer and that almost never happens. I was definitely not on board but he’s effective
Dru leaks miami heat toughness,the toughest guy in the floor i will rock his number
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Depth Charts contingent on Match Ups and Recency Bias . Player must be on
Fire the last 2 weeks .
More importantly who is HOT
In “ Todays game “
Who is putting out the most effort .
Who is avoiding mistakes
What have you done for me today .
Jaimie Will be Spainish Butler . He most play good D to stay on the floor .
Following Players are Post Jimmy Buter
PG Mitchell
PG KJ ( KAZ)
SH POWELL
SF Wiggins
SF SIMONE
SF Gardner ( STUD )
PF Precous A.
8 New players POST JB
7 New studs for in place of JB
You guys were right Kelel ware is playing defense like he has a sprained ankle I don't think he's ready yet. Jovics ball movement and handles and savviness and efficiency is very valuable. Also, if dru Smith continues the good work and stays healthy could potentially change the starting
lineup once the other guards come back if they don't stay consistent or suffer an injury. He's effective around the basket has a floater and from distance passing well the only thing not necessarily a flaw is he doesn't score at a high rate which is something he doesn't need to do with this team. In addition, I like the teams fast pace and transition.
So no mention on Bam's 0% from the field. Keep covering-up and excuse making the Heats max role player.
Niko is a hooper, also Simon can play
Niko has been in the system for YEARS and Ware is going into his SECOND year.
Here for the intro song 😂
Wow, was hoping for a more balanced conversation.
The real problem remains the MATH of Bigman mins.
1. It takes 4 bigs. Getting rid of HH, no problem you say, well it was not HH's fault that he played more minutes at the 4 than anyone else on the team. The fault goes to the braintust, where Pat was once a counted on vote to solidify the front ct.
2. Didn't like KW's 16 seconds, take him out of the lineup and you lose 9 boards. Pls ck the box, Heat got heavily out rebounded. TH isn't going to tilt rebounds in the Heat's favor, though the Magic's twin towers who didn't play, may have made the totals more lopsided.
3. I projected on this site b4 PA that a big would be added, though when some say, HH is better than PA, even if equal, it means the braintrust failed to make an improvement.
4. The NJ experiment: 1 year older, with the benefit of playing next 2 the best ctr in the world games, gets a nice payday. Should NJ become a serviceable 4, the pounding he will take, will affect his offense. In the 1st 2 yrs of playing Spo's idea, he had major injuries. This yr, is yet another experiment of the NJ experience. Strong contenders arent pushing a maybe into their 3rd best player.
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The lack of a motor was one of Ware’s knocks coming out of college, the fact that it’s been an issue repeatedly is quite concerning imo.
It isn't the fault of the current assistant coaches as it wasnt the fault of HH, as to their abilities. Bob McAdoo was an assistant from '95 to '14. His last year may have been Whiteside's 1st, who after the following yr, pulled down an immense amount of money.
Rookie assistants vs hall of Famers, leads to your Spo comment Ethan, repeating when asked about players wanting to run, coach said, players r fugazi?