Locked On Heat

The Miami Heat opened their season with a thrilling but tough loss to the Orlando Magic, and there’s plenty to unpack. In this episode of Locked on Heat, Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down Miami’s offensive improvements, late-game rebounding issues, and standout performances from Norm Powell and Davion Mitchell. Wes and David analyze what went wrong in the fourth quarter, why Bam Adebayo’s quiet night mattered, and what Eric Spoelstra’s lineup decisions reveal about this year’s team identity. With a faster pace, smarter decision-making, and new energy in the backcourt, the Heat may be building toward something exciting despite the loss. Tune in for expert postgame insights from two credentialed Heat media members who cover the team every day.00:00 – Intro01:00 – Crunch Time Issues07:30 – Norm Powell’s Breakout Performance  14:30 – Davion Mitchell’s Playmaking and Fit  17:00 – Bam Adebayo’s Disappointing Night  26:00 – Listener Questions: Should Ware Have Closed the Game?  30:30 – Why This Loss Still Brin