Hot Hot Hoops: for Miami Heat fans

HHH writers Brandon Di Perno and Matt Hanifan try to parse through all of their thoughts of Damian Lillard getting traded to the Milwaukee Bucks and what's next for the Miami Heat days ahead of media day and training camp. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Brandon Di Perno, Matt Hanifan and Matt Pineda rehash the Damian Lillard trade rumors and discourse surrounding it, whether Brooklyn would help Miami acquire Dame or not, Josh Richardson uniting with Heat, Summer League and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Matt and Brandon react to the Bradley Beal trade, if the Miami Heat have a legitimate shot at acquiring Damian Lillard, PG options if Gabe Vincent or Kyle Lowry don't return, whether the Heat will trade the No. 18 pick and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Matt and Brandon recap the Miami Heat's Game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets of the 2023 NBA Finals. They talk about Miami's improved shooting, Erik Spoelstra's subtle adjustments lineup-wise + schematically, a Tyler Herro update ahead of Game 3 and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Brandon and Matt recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets. They discuss Miami only getting to the free throw line ... twice, a weird game from Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo's brilliance, Miami's zone defense looking good and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Brandon and Matt preview the 2022-23 NBA Finals for the Miami Heat. They discuss the Bam v. Jokic matchup, Bam's utilization offensively, it's yet another battle Aaron Gordon-Jimmy Butler, the Jamal Murray matchup, predictions and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Brandon and Matt react to the Miami Heat heading back to the NBA Finals for the seventh time in franchise history! They didn't blow a 3-0 lead! They discuss the performances from Jimmy Butler and Caleb Martin, Bam Adebayo's defense, the shooting discrepency, Tyler Herro reportedly aiming to return for Game 3 of the NBA Finals and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Matt and Brandon parse (cope) through the Heat's heartbreaking Game 6 loss to the Boston Celtics: We got a Game 7 in Beantown, Derrick White deserves credit, Miami blows a missed opportunity, what happens to Miami's goodwill if they lose Game 7 and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Brandon and Matt recap the Miami Heat's embarrassing Game 5 loss to the Boston Celtics. They ponder whether it's time to panic, the Heat's bad offensive process, Haywood Highsmith needing to be in the rotation moving forward and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH editor-in-chief Surya Fernandez chats with ESPN's Israel Gutierrez to discuss his new podcast series "Four Years of Heat" about the legendary Big 3 era. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Matt and Brandon discuss the Miami Heat's Game 4 loss to the Boston Celtics. They discuss Boston's sense of urgency, what went differently from Game 3 compared to Game 4, Jimmy Butler's postgame comments, whether Miami will have more urgency to close it out in Game 5 and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Brandon and Matt recap the Miami Heat's Game 3 win in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Boston Celtics. They discuss: Miami punching Boston in the mouth, Miami's role players stepping up, is Bam Adebayo playing the best basketball of his life, predictions and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt and Brandon preview the Eastern Conference Finals between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics. They discuss the national narrative, Victor Oladipo's missed absence, who needs to step up, predictions and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno discuss the Miami Heat's Game 6 win to close out their second round series against the New York Knicks and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals on the latest episode of the Hot Hot Hoops podcast.Topics include: What they liked and dislikedBam Adebayo's dominanceJalen Brunson's brilliant 41-point gameJimmy Butler's movements on his injured ankle Preview on who they think is the best matchup for Miami in the East FinalsAnd much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno discuss the Miami Heat's Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks in the 2023 NBA Playoffs East Semi-Finals on Wednesday night on the latest episode of the Hot Hot Hoops podcast.Topics include:* Miami's shooting woes* New York's three stars playing well together* Jalen Brunson taking over* Jimmy Butler's odd playoff performance* predictions for the rest of the series…And much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno recap the Miami Heat's Game 4 win over the New York Knicks for the 3-1 series lead in the 2023 NBA Playoffs East Semi-Finals.Topics include: * Miami beating the Knicks at their own game* Bam Adebayo's dominant two-way performance* What needs to happen to close out the series* One thing Miami still has in their back pocket for Game 5 and beyondAnd much more!Hot Hot Hoops - Miami Heat NBA Blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new episodes of our podcast and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno discuss the Miami Heat's gutsy loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals on Tuesday night.Topics include: * What went right and went wrong tonight* Highlighting the stellar play of Gabe Vincent and Caleb Martin* Miami’s valiant 3-point effort from its supporting cast* Possible actions to get Bam Adebayo more involvedAnd much more!Hot Hot Hoops - Miami Heat NBA Blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new episodes of our podcast and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno gather to discuss how the Miami Heat grabbed a crucial Game 1 victory on the road against the New York Knicks in the 2023 NBA Playoffs Eastern Semi-Finals.Other topics include: * What went right* Jimmy Butler ankle’s injury* Who could step up in his (possible) absence* Series predictions the rest of the wayAnd much more!Hot Hot Hoops - Miami Heat NBA Blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new episodes of our podcast and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH senior writers Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno gather to discuss the Miami Heat’s stunning Game 5 victory on the road that eliminated the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks from the 2023 NBA Playoffs.Other topics include: * Game 5 reaction, did that really happen???* Analyzing the Bucks’ late game collapse* Miami FINALLY getting meaningful contributions from role players* Jimmy Butler’s historic series* A mini-look ahead to the Heat-Knicks second round series.And much more!Hot Hot Hoops - Miami Heat NBA Blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new episodes of our podcast and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Matt Hanifan and Brandon Di Perno discuss everything regarding Jimmy Butler and his 56-point masterpiece on Monday night to power the Miami Heat to a sensational Game 4 win and a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Milwaukee Bucks.Other topics include: * What’s at stake for the rest of the series* Caleb Martin’s and Kyle Lowry’s contributions as of late* The Heat needing more from their supporting castAnd much more!Hot Hot Hoops - Miami Heat NBA Blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new episodes of our podcast and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Daniel Riccio, Matt Hanifan and Surya Fernandez discuss the Miami Heat's emotional and bittersweet Game 3 home win against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday in the Eastern Conference First Round series of the 2023 NBA Playoffs.Topics discussed include:* Reactions to Game 3 and the injuries to Jimmy Butler and Victor Oladipo and how the playoff rotation will change now.* How the Heat and the coaching staff responded after such a disappointing Game 2.* Does Bam Adebayo need to step up and be the leader on this team if Butler is hobbled?* What to expect from the series moving forward and what does Miami need to do to secure a commanding 3-1 series lead in Monday’s Game 4.And much more!Hot Hot Hoops - Miami Heat NBA Blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new episodes of our podcast and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Brandon Di Perno, Matt Hanifan and Surya Fernandez discuss the Miami Heat's forgettable Game 2 blowout loss to the Giannis-less Milwaukee Bucks in their first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs.. Topics discussed include:* Reactions to Game 2, Miami’s playoff rotation, and what adjustments — if any — can be made to retake control of the series?* Coach Erik Spoelstra’s tenure in Miami and the respect he’s earned around the league in light of Toronto Raptors firing Coach Nick Nurse.* Is the front office, the coaching staff or the players — or some combination of the three — largely to blame for the position Miami is in now?* What to expect from the series moving forward…And much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Brandon Di Perno, Matt Hanifan and Daniel Riccio discuss the Miami Heat's Game 1 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs.. They discuss Miami's breakout shooting performance, Tyler Herro's injury, viable candidates to replace Herro in the starting lineup, Kevin Love and Caleb Martin's impact off the bench and, similarly to the Heat, close by talking about yet another remarkable playoff performance from Jimmy Butler. And much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

The Miami HEAT delivered an absolute dreadful outing against the Atlanta Hawks tonight in their first ever play-in tournament game, and Hot Hot Hoops senior writers Brandon Di Perno and Matt Hanifan discuss how it went so wrong. We discuss Miami’s lack of rebounding, what will become a forgotten Kyle Lowry masterpiece and why the HEAT just couldn't get it going. It's a short podcast episode, but there's a lot of emotion. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Hot Hot Hoops writers Daniel Riccio, Brandon Di Perno, and Matt Hanifan discussed the All-Star weekend, the buyout acquisitions of Kevin Love and Cody Zeller, the varying degrees of what Love's impact could be and the fascination of Kevin Lowry's role moving forward.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Daniel Riccio, Brandon Di Perno, and Matt Hanifan analyze the upcoming NBA trade deadline and discuss what moves the Miami Heat could make. They also give their take on the Dewayne Dedmond trade to the San Antonio Spurs and look back on his time with the Heat and where his career might go from here after a tumultous season. With the deadline fast approaching the trio also ponder whether or not Kyle Lowry will last through the deadline and how he's looked in his season season in Miami. In the second part, the crew look ahead to the NBA All-Star break and potential Heat trade targets.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Daniel Riccio, Brandon Di Perno, Matt Hanifan and Surya Fernandez discuss the latest news and notes as the Miami Heat begin the new year. We recap the close loss to the Brooklyn Nets the night before as well as the latest injury updates for Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Other topics include how the roster could be improved upon, which players could potentially be available, what Miami should do with their power forward position, whether or not any Heat players have put together a compelling case to be named to the NBA All-Star team with voting now open, and much more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Brandon Di Perno, Matt Hanifan and Surya Fernandez recap the latest Miami HEAT news and notes as the team continues to struggle amid mounting injuries and roster shortcomings. Can this team put together a consistent stretch of good games or not? We also discuss what Miami will face in the following week of action including a back-to-back set on the road against the Boston Celtics as well as what can be done to the roster to possibly help this team.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

HHH writers Brandon Di Perno, Diego Quezada and Surya Fernandez dive into the Miami Heat's early season struggles after a deflating loss to the Portland Trail Blazers and struggling to put away the lowly Charlotte Hornets in overtime at home. Other topics include the FTX Arena naming rights after the collapse of the crypto giant, the Heat's issues with their offense (especially in the second half) and what can possibly be done to improve the roster in a competitive East.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

Hot Hot Hoops senior writers Brandon Di Perno and Matt Hanifan discuss the latest news and notes for the Miami Heat just over two weeks into the regular season and the team coming off two important home wins to improve their record to 4-5. Join us as we dissect the wins against the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings, which players stepped up, and looking ahead which players to watch.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

In the second episode of the Hot Hot Hoops Miami Heat podcast, senior writers Brandon Di Perno and Matt Hanifan discuss the Heat's progress through their first three games of the regular season during their homestand. Other subjects include which players have stood out so far, and who haven't, as well as the national media's perception of the Heat and what makes Heat Nation so unique.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com

NBA writers from SB Nation's Miami Heat blog Hot Hot Hoops gather each week to discuss the Miami Heat and the NBA. In the first episode of the 2022-23 NBA season, HHH Editor-In-Chief Surya Fernandez is joined by senior writers Brandon Di Perno and Matt Hanifan to give their thoughts on Miami's offseason, players to watch, and much more entering the 2022-23 NBA season.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hothothoops.substack.com