Jimmy Butler and Caleb Martin led the way as Miami handled Boston in Game 7, dispelling any chance of being the first to blow a 3-0 lead. As usual, we recap the game and the takeaways as Miami advances to their second Finals in the Jimmy Butler era. Then, we preview the upcoming Finals matchup against the Denver Nuggets and what Miami's strategies on both ends could be (14:24). Lastly, we look ahead to Game 1 this Thursday and talk about what to expect in the first game as Miami tries to steal home court again (29:34). Next episode Friday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating ..read more

In a game where Jimmy and Bam combined to shoot below 25% from the field, the Heat almost walked away with a win until a buzzer beater by White forced a Game 7. We recap the game, from the White shot to the star play to officiating. Then, we look ahead to Game 7 tonight, winner takes all including a trip the NBA Finals (16:41). Next episode tomorrow! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

A similar script to Game 4 played out in Game 5 as Boston blew Miami out for the second time in a row since going down 0-3. As usual we start with going through the game and the familiar takeaways about turnovers, 3p shooting, and Jimmy's lack of interest. Then, we look ahead to a pivotal Game 6 in Miami and what the Heat can do to finish this series (15:21). Next episode Monday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

Bad 3 point shooting, sloppy turnovers, and poor star play were all hallmarks of the regular season Miami Heat, and they showed up in Game 4 for Boston to capitalize on to keep their season alive. As usual, we recap Game 4 and talk about the major takeaways in this loss. Then, we look ahead to Game 5 where the Heat will get their second chance to close out the Celtics and advance to the Finals (12:29) Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

With the South Beach crowd cheering them on, Gabe Vincent and Duncan Robinson led a 3 point barrage that put Miami up 3-0 over Boston. As usual, we recap the game and talk about the major takeaways. Then, we preview Game 4 tomorrow night in Miami where the Heat will attempt to sweep the Celtics (11:43). Next episode Wednesday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

With Grant Williams in his ear. Jimmy Butler again took control in the 4th and powered a comeback win for the Miami Heat. We go over Game 2 and what Miami did to steal this one to secure a 2-0 lead. Then, we look ahead to Game 3 on Sunday as the series goes to South Beach and what to expect from a Celtics team trying to avoid the 0-3 death hole (13:50). Next episode on Monday! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

The long feared turd quarter flipped in Miami's favor as they outscored Boston 46-25 in the third to take Game 1 on the road. As usual, we go through Game 1 including a recap and major takeaways. Then, we look ahead to Game 2 this Friday where the Heat will try to take a 2-0 lead, and the Celtics will look to adjust to tie the series (14:18). Next episode is Saturday recapping Game 2 and previewing Game 3! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

After finishing off the Knicks Friday, the Heat enjoyed some much needed rest Sunday while the Celtics were blowing out the Sixers to set another Eastern Conference Finals between them. We preview the series, what Miami will need to do on both ends, and the x factors that could decide this series. Then, we look ahead to Game 1 at Boston on Wednesday and what the Heat can lean on to steal Game 1 (17:21). Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more

It was an ugly game played at South Beach, but the Miami Heat survived taking Game 6 and with it another trip to the Eastern Conference Finals. We recap Game 6, mud and all, then go through the takeaways for the series clincher. Miami's next opponent is decided Sunday, so the next episode will be Monday to preview the conference finals! Heaters Gonna Heat: https://twitter.com/HeatersHeating Kyle Russell: https://twitter.com/Kyle_B_Russell OTG Basketball: https://twitter.com/OTGbasketball ..read more