The Miami Heat Beat Podcast

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103), Alex Toledo (@TropicalBlanket), Christian Hernandez (@ICanBeYourHerro) and Alex Solana (@AlexMSolana) from 790 The Ticket to talk: • We make fun of Memphis for celebrating a scrimmage win • We discuss the Heat's best bench options • Laugh at the social media overreaction to one exhibition game • Solana laments the 2014 with retroactive takes • How much play has Kelly Olynyk earned ...and more!!!! This episode is brought to you by Ladder Sport. Use promo code HEATBEAT20 to get 20% off your first order, including all bundles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103), Alex Toledo (@TropicalBlanket), and producer Brian Goins (@ByBrianGoins) welcome Miami Heat forward Solomon Hill live from the NBA Disney bubble to talk: • KZ Okpala's development #FreeKZ • What it was like as a rookie on the Indiana Pacers to face the Big 3 in the Conference Finals? • Black Lives Matter movement in the NBA, and what more needs to be done, especially in communities with low-income where the level of education is not equal. • NBA Bubble Life, plus some highly-recommended anime recommendations from Gianni • Duncan Robinson needs to post more on IG about how good of a shooter he is ,,,and more!!!! This episode is brought to you by Ladder Sport. Use promo code HEATBEAT20 to get 20% off your first order, including all bundles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103), Christian Hernandez (@ICanBeYourHerro), Jack Alfonso (@AlfonsoHoops), Brian Goins (@byBrianGoins), and our newest contributor Jeremy Tache (@jeremytache) discuss: • The first Miami Heat basketball game in ages, player of the game shoutout to Duncan Robinson and Andre Iguodala• Breakdown of how Miami played after such a long layoff, and why we're surprised they look as good as they do now even without Bam Adebayo and Kendrick Nunn at the moment• Mental impact of the NBA Bubble and why this season's champion will deserve the title• Justise Winslow reaction to his hip injury forcing him out the rest of the season. Is it weird for Heat fans to celebrate his injury as a celebration for Miami trading Winslow in February?...and more!!!! This episode is brought to you by Ladder Sport -- clean, high-quality supplements that allow you to get the most out of your workout. Use promo code HEATBEAT20 to get 20% off your first order, including any bundle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103), Nekias Duncan (@NekiasNBA), Alex Toledo (@TropicalBlanket) and our newest contributor Franky (@FrankyG_) discuss: • Dwyane Wade backlash after he tweeted, then deleted, and later apologized his support for Nick Cannon after actor was fired for anti-Semitic remarks. • The guys analyze Miami's path to mastering a switch scheme • Impact of Bam Adebayo and Kendrick Nunn testing positive for COVID-19 • The word inside the bubble: KZ Okpala is looking like another diamond in the rough. How soon can he contribute? ...and more!!!! This episode is brought to you by Ladder Sport -- clean, high-quality supplements that allow you to get the most out of your workout. Use promo code HEATBEAT20 to get 20% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103), Christian Hernandez (@ICanBeYourHerro), BrassJazz (@BrassJazz) and producer Brian Goins (@ByBrianGoins) welcome David Ramil from LockedOnHeat to talk: 10 Year Anniversary of the Decision Victor Oladipo's potential fit on the Heat Gianni's awful LeBron in Miami take Ethics of the privacy of player covid tests Bam at center lineups And more!!!! This episode is brought to you by ladder.sport Use promo code HEATBEAT20 20% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103), Christian Hernandez (@ICanBeYourHerro), Alex Toldeo (@TropicalBlanket) and producer Brian Goins (@ByBrianGoins) welcome Jorge Sedano from ESPN to talk: Duncan Robinson's incredible season Tyler Herro or Duncan? Sedano tells us a funny Erik Spolestra story Best defensive lineup for the Heat And more!!!! This episode is brought to you by ladder.sport Use promo code HEATBEAT20 20% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103) and Nekias (@NekiasNBA) welcome Imman (_@NopeName) From the Dishes and Dimes podcast (@dishesdimespod) to talk NBA's half assed plan Kyrie Irving fighting for players We cancel Kendrick Perkins? Responsibility of white media members And more!!!! Find Dishes and Dimes Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dishes-dimes-a-raptors-podcast/id1495670461 This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

DONATE TO @FemPowerMia !!!! FIND THEM ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM! The NBA is close to returning and Alf, Leif, Alex, Gianni and Brian talk: Heat's possible schedule Gianni's idea for to punish the Wizards Home court advantage ideas George Floyd Protests And more!!!! Find Light Skinned Opinions Here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-skinned-opinions/id1394379210 This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA may be coming back and Alex, Brass and Gianni get together to preview what might be the Heat playoff picture • What a Heat Pacers series would look like • Potential 1-16 playoff seeding • Heat vs Thunder? • Does a neutral site help or hurt the Heat? and more This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We check in with the guys in quarantine to discuss • The NBA Salary Cap News • How the Cap affects Heat's 2021 • ESPN Top Player List • Heat's future or Sixers? and more This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Show Less Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode Summary THE GO FUND ME FOR NEKIAS IS ON OUR TWITTER PAGE @MIAHEATBEAT , PLEASE HELP OUR FRIEND AND STAFF MEMBER DURING THIS TIME AFTER HIS HOUSE CAUGHT FIRE https://t.co/0oLj0gBG8Q?amp=1 We contemplate the future of the season and recap the Heat season as it were to finish today • Bam's MIP case • Favorite game of the season • Reminiscing by rewatching old Heat games • Heat's future or Sixers? and more This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Heat Twitter President Alf is back!!! He hops on with Giancarlo, Christian, Brass and Brian get together to talk about • Life with Corona • 30 Team NBA Bracket Tournament? • Heat lucky no one remembers Hornets Loss and more This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo, Alex, Brass and Leif get together to talk? • Bam Adebayo Moments • Heat Run on Duncan • Improving Defense? • State of the Heat fanbase and more This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo, Brass and Leif celebrate Miami's win against by the bucks and talk : • How the Heat changed vs the Bucks • Clutch time Heat analysis • Who is Miami's third best player? • Would you rather play the Bucks or Celtics? This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo, Brass, Nekias and Christian talk post game after the Heat's stunning loss vs the Cavs to discuss : • How the hell did the Heat blow the lead • A legendary BrassJazz rant on Miami's melt down • How valuable have Andre Iguodala and Jae Crowder been despite Miami's struggling record • The guys relive and talk their favorite moments from the weekend of Wade This episode is brought to you by BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We welcome back special guest Sam Esfandiari from "Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod" to talk:• What Andre Iguodala brings to a team• Iggy's fit with the Heat and changes to the Heat's defense with Jae Crowder• Jimmy Butler breaking up the 76ers' locker room and fanbase by publicly recruiting Joel Embiid to Miami, maybe 👀• Heat legend Dwyane Wade publicly announces his transgender daughter, Zaya, to the world, and we're all here for it.This episode is brought to you by Untuckit and BetOnline.AG. Use promo code BLUEWIRE at sign-up for a 50% bonus to your deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our tribute podcast to the end of #JustiseBetter and the beginning of the Andre Iguodala era after the Heat swing a trade to land Iggy, Jae Crowder, and Solomon Hill from the Grizzlies at the Trade Deadline for Justise Winslow, Dion Waiters, and James Johnson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (Host), Nekias Duncan (Co-Host), and Greg "Leif" Sylvander (Co-Host) join to break down:• Miami destroying the Sixers• Potential Deadline targetsª How to overcome Heat’s biggest weakness• Nekias breaks down potential playoff matchups• Leif reminisces about Heat-Knicks rivalrySponsor: BetOnline.ag Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Special guest Kevin Wang (@Kevkage_) joins Giancarlo Navas, Alex Toledo, BrassJazz, and Brian Goins to discuss the life and legacy of Kobe Bryant in wake of his tragic passing on Sunday. We then break down Dion Waiters' triumphant return to the rotation and analyze Miami's weaknesses leading up to the NBA Trade Deadline on Feb. 6 as they lose to the Clippers and Celtics in the last week at home, falling out of the No. 2 seed in the East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the folks who brought you #JustiseBetter NowVocals: @brassjazz, Lyrics: @GregSylvander, Video: @gnavas103Collab w/ @5ReasonsSportsWe present #BucketBrosTime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We welcome back Ryan "Parakeet" Cortes, producer of High Noon on ESPN, to give his propaganda takes on his beloved Miami Heat team and why he deserves his title of being the most realest Miami media member alive at the Worldwide Leader of Sports.Host: Giancarlo Navas | Co-Host: Alex Toledo | Producer: Brian GoinsFollow Ryan Cortes on Twitter (@Ryan_Cortes) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nekias Duncan (co-host), Brass Jazz (co-host), and Giancarlo Navas (host) discuss what has troubled the Miami Heat as of late. • Back-to-back road losses in New York with Brass Jazz's inside reporting of the visiting locker room• How Miami's defense has fared since Goran Dragic’s return• Justise Winslow rumors surrounding his latest injury setback• Forecast: Why a potential playoff series with the Orlando Magic sounds like hell... and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host: Giancarlo NavasProducer: Brian GoinsCo-Hosts: Greg "Leif" Sylvander & Brass Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The guys react to one of the BEST Miami Heat wins of the season over the Sixers on the road and snort the good culture:• Gianni finally comes around on this Heat team with a rant!!!• Leif takes a victory lap for being better than the Sixers: CULTURE > PROCESS• We discuss the pros and cons of a potential Jrue Holiday trade• We make fun of Kevin Garnett for his blasphemous comments about LeBron James Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Special guest Kevin Wang (@Kev_kage) joins Giancarlo Navas, Christian Hernandez, and Brian Goins to discuss the Miami Heat's back-to-back road split between the Toronto Raptors and Boston Celtics:• Kendrick Nunn's slump...does he resemble former Boston Celtic Terry Rozier?• Where does Miami fall among the mix of the top-5 teams in the Eastern Conference (Bucks, 76ers, Raptors, Celtics, and Heat)?• We laugh at Dion Waiters' caught on camera eating popcorn on the Heat bench...and discover where Miami's in-arena popcorn ranks among the league, according to popcorn connoisseur Steph Curry.... and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nekias Duncan, Alex Toledo, Brass Jazz, and Christian Hernandez join Giancarlo Navas to discuss the Miami Heat win at Brooklyn! • Brass joins us after covering the game from the Barclay Center with locker room reaction• Nekias shares his ideal starting lineup• Gianni voices concerns about Kendrick Nunn coming off the bench... and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host: Giancarlo NavasCo-Hosts: Alex Toledo & Christian HernandezThe guys talk about:• How Miami’s loss to Philly wasn't the worst thing• Justise Winslow's return to the team• Proposed LaMarcus Aldridge and Demar Derozan trades on Twitter• Eastern Conference matchups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sponsors: Indochino, Harry's Razors, & RomanWe welcomed Justin Rowan of The Chase Down Podcast as he joins us for our postgame show of the Miami Heat's 108-97 blowout victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The guys talk about Miami’s offense, their place in the Eastern Conference, and Justin gives his own theory into Dion Waiters' gummy fiasco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Sponsors: Indochino & AxiosThe guys react postgame to the Miami Heat’s season-opening victory against the Memphis Grizzlies. We hook culture into our veins as we discuss Justise Winslow’s incredible performance, where undrafted rookie's Chris Silva and Kendrick Nunn fit, the Heat’s player scouting and development factory, and more.Host: Giancarlo NavasCo-Hosts: Greg "Leif" Sylvander & Christian Hernandez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nekias Duncan and Lior Kozai from Raptors Rapture join the show to address the Kyle Lowry and Bradley Beal speculation. What does Beal’s newly-signed extension mean for Miami’s chances to acquire him and how real are the Kyle Lowry rumors? That and more!Blue Wire thanks our partners for this week: Shipstation & Roman. Try Shipstation free for 60 days by going to shipstation.com and entering promo code "Blue" and go to roman.com/bluewire to get a free online visit & free two-day shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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We react to Jimmy Butler's introductory press conference, make suggestions on the starting lineup, give our takes on how Miami would match up with Philly and the rest of NBA, plus discuss the possibility of future moves Miami could make should they find themselves on the verge of contention by the deadline (e.g., Marc Gasol).Host: Giancarlo NavasCo-Hosts: Nekias Duncan, Alex ToledoProducer: Brian GoinsSponsor: Harry's Razors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We welcomed our special guest David Ramil of Locked On Heat to discuss his latest feature story on Dion Waiters.• Ramil explains what Dion Waiters' trainer, David Alexander, has done to help Dion reinvent himself to enter training camp in the best playing shape of his career. #WorldClassShape.• Is it crazy to think Miami can be a three-seed in the East? Gianni seems to think so (if the Raptors go fire sale mode), but explains how Miami's offense is its biggest wildcard.• Does Justise Winslow make it into the starting lineup over Goran Dragic? How much of a competition will the starting point guard job actually be?• CP3 to Miami rumors are warming up again, but could Miami actually be waiting for a bigger co-star to surround Butler in 2021 out in Indiana? Ramil gives us a scoop on Pacers' guard Victor Oladipo and his potential Miami leanings come free agency....all this and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cannot believe this is happening, but we have the inside scoop on the viral Bang Bros bid. The Miami-based adult film production company announced on Thursday a $10 million bid to replace the naming rights of the AmericanAirlines Arena, the home of the Miami Heat.We welcome Cullen McRae, Bang Bros spokesman and executive producer, on the show to explain why Bang Bros is fully committed to making the home where the Heat play the BangBros Center (BBC) for a 10-year period, and how his company isn't treating this as a publicity stunt. Instead, Bang Bros hopes it can break the stigma by becoming innovators in the sports-entertainment space.McRae also confirms that Bang Bros plans to increase their offer and are willing to overpay, if necessary, if that's what it takes to makes the BBC happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition, Giancarlo Navas (host), Christian Hernandez (co-host), Greg "Leif" Sylvander (co-host), Alex Toledo (co-host), and Brian Goins (producer) discuss:• R.I.P. AmericanAirlines Arena... welcome, welcome, welcome The Culture Center? We come up with our suggested names to replace the AAA.• Is Gregg Popovich on the hot seat for allowing Team USA and its infested Boston Celtics roster get defeated by a France team led by Evan Fournier? • The Miami Heat exercise Bam Adebayo's 2020 team option ahead of the 2019 season. Could this be a gesture signifying Miami is trying to show Bam it values him and is hoping they're able to workout a longterm extension? Would Miami dare allow him to become a restricted free agent?• We may or may not have come up with the greatest segment idea for next season... The Winner Within book readings, featuring possible player analysis on passages.….and so much more!!!Follow us at MiamiHeatBeat.com and on Twitter @miaheatbeat.Sponsor: Indochino // My BookieDiscount Code: BLUEWIRE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition, Giancarlo Navas (host), Alex Toledo (co-host), and Brian Goins (producer) discuss:• Bam Adebayo getting kicked off Team USA...meh...• Gregg Popovich is trash for letting Yante Maten lead a team of G-Leaguers to a scrimmage victory against the Adebayo-less Team USA squad. Meanwhile, Jeff Van Gundy is so coming back for that Houston Rockets job! Lightyears!• We promise we breakdown NBA schedule talk with two key takeaways no one else is saying about the Miami Heat's 2019-20 schedule release.• Gianni reacts to his own tweets about hating dogs...we're sorry for his actions....and so much more!!!Follow us at MiamiHeatBeat.com and on Twitter @miaheatbeat.Sponsor: Sports Info Traders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition, Giancarlo Navas (host), Alf (co-host), Nekias Duncan (co-host), and Brian Goins (producer) discuss:• Bam Adebayo dominating in workout video highlights at Team USA's training camp. Should we be embellishing in the hype?• Udonis Haslem re-signs for one more season as a member of the Miami Heat! Would the Heat ever entertain the idea of Carmelo Anthony?• Meyers Leonard and Elle Leonard are the NBA's greatest power couple. Too bad Gianni doesn't know who the hell they are.• Nekias and Gianni break down rotations and mismatches for how Miami will out-scheme Hassan Whiteside off the floor in his return.....and so much more!!!Follow us at MiamiHeatBeat.com and on Twitter @miaheatbeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition, Giancarlo Navas (host), Christian Hernandez (co-host), and Brian Goins (producer) discuss:• Bam Adebayo being invited to Team USA training camp, which begins next week. How does this affect the Heat's national image going forward, especially with their young players? • Gianni rants about who's the better center: Andre Drummond or Bam? • We pop quiz Gianni's Toronto Raptors fandom, then revisit some of the transactions that led up to The Big 3's arrival, including the likes of Michael Beasley to Shawn Marion, Marcus Banks, and Jermaine O'Neal.• Why is 'Home Alone' Poland's most favorite Christmas movie?• We bring back a new MHB After Dark segment as Gianni reveals his most vulnerable story ever shared on the pod.Follow us at MiamiHeatBeat.com and on Twitter @miaheatbeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome, welcome, welcome to The Heat Beat Podcast! We officially announce our network team-up with Blue Wire. We’re so excited for this new chapter of our podcast, and we thank you the listener for riding along with us. In this edition, Giancarlo Navas (host), Brass Jazz (co-host), Christian Hernandez (co-host), and Brian Goins (producer) discuss:• Multiple reports indicate Miami is in talks to acquire Oklahoma City All-Star guard Chris Paul after missing out on the Russell Westbrook sweepstakes. However, the Heat aren't as aggressive unless they can recoup one or two of their 2021 and 2023 first-round picks in a CP3 deal.• Is CP3 at his age and supermax contract worth the risk for the Heat? What’s the most Miami should be willing to give up?• Who would Miami ideally target as a third star? Could Bradley Beal find his way out of Washington if he turns down his extension in less than two weeks?• We bring back the #MHBMailbag segment and answer some of your best Twitter questions!Expect more content (podcasts, live shows, videos, and stories) to come. Follow us at MiamiHeatBeat.com and on Twitter @miaheatbeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of The Heat Beat Podcast, Giancarlo Navas (host), Greg “Leif” Sylvander (co-host), Nekias Duncan (co-host), Alex Toledo (co-host), and Brian Goins (producer) discuss: • Multiple reports on Miami’s interest in acquiring Oklahoma City All-Star guard Russell Westbrook. Is Westbrook at his age and contract worth the risk for the Heat? What’s the most Miami should be willing to give up?• Leif brings back the “MHB Hope Traffic” segment with his spin on how Pat Riley sees the opportunity of landing Westbrook as a no-brainer transaction.• What would a team surrounded by Westbrook and Jimmy Butler look like? Could they co-exist and be a good enough tandem to vault Miami into Eastern Conference contention?• The guys break down Tyler Herro’s impressive Summer League performance with analysis from Nekias and Alex, who are covering Vegas Summer League as credentialed media.…and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of The Heat Beat Podcast, Giancarlo Navas, Christian Hernandez, and Alf, Brass and Lief discuss: • The Four team trade that sent Jimmy Butler to the Miami Heat and Hassan Whiteside to the Portland Trail Blazers• Speculation on teams Goran Dragic could get dealt to, along with potential role on current team• The guys discuss a potential trade for Bradley Beal and address the Internet rumors• Boogie Cousins taking a meeting with the Heat?…and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giancarlo Navas (host), Brian Goins (producer), Christian Hernandez (co-host), Alex Toledo (co-host), Nekias Duncan (co-host), Brass Jazz (co-host), Greg "Leif" Sylvander (co-host), and Jack Alfonso (co-host) breathlessly react after multiple reports confirmed the Miami Heat finalized a three-team sign-and-trade with the Philadelphia 76ers (Dallas Mavericks reported as third-team trade partner to absorb salary) to acquire Jimmy Butler, who signed a 4-year, $142 million contract. Miami is reported to have traded Josh Richardson to the Sixers, with a mix of Goran Dragic, Kelly Olynyk, and Derrick Jones Jr. potentially on the move to Dallas, as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We had the privilege of welcoming NBA salary cap expert @AlbertNahmad of HeatHoops.com to help us process the complex Jimmy Butler sign-and-trade scenario. Be ready to take notes about the hard cap and Base Year Compensation (BYC) before getting your trade machine ready. We also dive deep into:• Why Miami may be better off rolling over its salary cap space for the summer of 2021? Potential for nearly $100 million-plus in cap space if the Heat plan their moves right.• What moves Albert would make if he was the Heat's GM?• Projecting the future salary cap spikes of the NBA• How Tyler Johnson was the catalyst for Miami forgoing its cap flexibility...• Could Miami have done more to retain Dwyane Wade back in 2016?...and so much more!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Miami Heat selected shooting guard Tyler Herro at No. 13 and moved up to select 3-and-D wing KZ Okpala at No. 32 in the 2019 NBA Draft. They also traded away their No. 42 selection of 7-foot-2 stretch five Bol Bol to the Denver Nuggets for a future second-round pick and cash considerations. These are our raw reactions to the unfolding of each of these picks and trades, featuring Giancarlo Navas (host), Brian Goins (producer), Christian Hernandez (co-host), Jack Alfonso (co-host), Nekias Duncan (co-host), and Alex Toledo (co-host). • First-round reaction of Tyler Herro: (18:56) • Second-round reaction of KZ Okpala: (41:26) • Second-round reaction of Bol Bol: (52:26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special episode of our 2019 NBA Draft Guide, we welcome Cole Zwicker of The Stepien to help us break down the Miami Heat's "potential" big board for their No. 13 pick, heading into Thursday's 2019 NBA Draft (3:22). List of prospects discussed: • Kevin Porter Jr. • P.J. Washington • Brandon Clarke • Nassir Little • Sekou Doombouya • Romeo Langford • Tyler Herro • Keldon Johnson • Rui Hachimura The rest of the staff -- Giancarlo Navas (host), Brian Goins (producer), Nekias Duncan (co-host), and Greg "Leif" Sylvander (co-host) -- end the show dissecting some of the offseason/free agency rumors surrounding Miami, including Jimmy Butler free agency meeting and Hassan Whiteside expected to part ways with trade request after opting in (47:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.