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On YouTubeMiami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 7
Fox Sports Host Has Perfect, New Home For Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra
The New York Knicks are the only team in the NBA without a coach. There is plenty of speculation and rumors out there. One sports radio show host even included Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra in the mix.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 5
Why Kel’el Ware Could Be Miami’s Secret Weapon Next Season
When Miami Heat selected 7-footer Kel’el Ware with the 15th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, it was clear he would potentially be the missing piece to their identity puzzle.
Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / June 4
Five longest serving head coaches in NBA history, including Miami Heat title-winner Erik Spoelstra
The news of Tom Thibodeau being relieved of his head coaching duties came as a great shock to many in the NBA community. Tom Thibodeau was with the New York Knicks for five years and although he was not able to help them win a championship, his stint brought a lot of joy back to the city of New York.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 2
Heat rumors: Insider shoots down potential major change on Erik Spoelstra’s coaching staff
With the Miami Heat entering a critical offseason to get back to their winning ways, a look at the coaching staff could be in order, as there has been recent news of a possible addition.
Golden State Warriors News / Golden State of Mind / May 24
Steve Kerr reveals what Erik Spoelstra told him after the Jimmy Butler trade 
Spo reassured Coach Kerr that Jimmy Buckets would be a good fit Jimmy Butler III’s departure from Miami was far from graceful, and his fit with the Golden State Warriors was questioned when the trade dropped.
Golden State Warriors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 22
Steve Kerr reveals what Erik Spoelstra told him about Jimmy Butler
When the Golden State Warriors added Jimmy Butler, there were a lot of question marks. One of those included how would the disgruntled star go from being coached by Erik Spoelstra to Steve Kerr after reports claimed that Butler did not want to be traded there?
NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / May 22
Erik Spoelstra Offered Glowing Jimmy Butler Referral Ahead Of Golden State Trade
There is proof it wasn't all bad blood when Jimmy Butler was traded from the Miami Heat to the Golden State Warriors in February. While Butler feuded with Pat Riley, it didn't prevent Heat coach Erik Spoelstra from giving a strong endorsement after parting ways.
Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / May 12
‘I was hot’… Erik Spoelstra’s 2011 decision made Dwyane Wade furious, it helped Miami Heat legend erase a major flaw
Dwyane Wade questioned Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra’s decision, but he ultimately benefited from it. In an era where NBA teams do not think twice before firing head coaches ahead of the playoffs, Erik Spoelstra has completed 17 seasons with the Miami Heat.
Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / May 12
Furious With Erik Spoelstra, Dwyane Wade Spills The Truth On How He Overcame Coach Spo’s ‘Minutes’ Decisions
Dwyane Wade has never been shy about his admiration for Erik Spoelstra. The two go way back, sharing championship glory, among other achievements. Wade has often credited Coach Spo, who made the right calls for him, as a major influence in his career.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / May 2
Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra Grabs New Title After Gregg Popovich Announcement
The winningest coach in NBA history has stepped down. After 29 seasons, featuring six Finals appearances and five championships, NBA legend Gregg Popovich has ended his tenure as the San Antonio Spurs' head coach.
Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / April 30
Erik Spoelstra: Heat Found Some Momentum Late, But Jimmy Butler Fallout Left a Mark
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra didn’t mince words Wednesday, calling this season “turbulent” in light of the prolonged drama surrounding former star Jimmy Butler.
Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / April 30
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra Dives Into First-Round Pick’s Demotion
The Miami Heat’s season will go down as one of the most tenuous in franchise history. The falling out between Jimmy Butler and Heat president Pat Riley became so toxic that people should’ve been walking around the team in hazmat suits.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / April 30
Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra Bluntly Reacts To Jimmy Butler Debacle
With the Miami Heat's rollercoaster of a season coming to a close, the team did their optional exit interviews Wednesday. Coach Erik Spoelstra was asked about the impact the Jimmy Butler situation had earlier this season.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 30
Embarrassed Erik Spoelstra Makes Strong Comment After Heat’s NBA Season Ends
The Miami Heat's season was not supposed to end like this. Under Erik Spoelstra's lengthy tenure as the head coach, few could ever credibly accuse his Heat team of "quitting" mid-game -- but when TNT's Charles Barkley launched such an accusation on Monday, it did not seem so far-fetched.
Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / April 30
Heat Admittedly Facing Offseason Of Hard Questions, Big Decisions
The Heat’s playoff flame flickered out fast — and ugly. Swept in four games by the Cavaliers, their season ended not with a fight, but with a 55-point home loss that left even the ever-composed Erik Spoelstra searching for answers.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra explains pulling Kel’el Ware early from 55-point loss
MIAMI – As the Miami Heat got dreadfully swept by the Cleveland Cavaliers, one aspect of the contest that was frustrating was another forgettable performance from rookie Kel’el Ware.
Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / April 29
Heat HC Erik Spoelstra Humbled by Playoff Sweep
The Cleveland Cavaliers didn’t just beat the Miami Heat in round one of these playoffs; they virtually annihilated them, proving that a ten seed doesn’t stand much of a chance against the one seed.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Erik Spoelstra Sends Blunt Message After Heat's 55-Point Loss
There were a lot of adjustments that had to be made just for the Miami Heat to jockey for a postseason spot and stay alive during the 2024-25 season. Coach Erik Spoelstra was at the middle of it all, but it was to no avail as the Cleveland Cavaliers were just too much for them in the NBA Playoffs.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Erik Spoelstra’s ‘humbling’ admission on Heat’s 3-0 hole vs. Cavs
MIAMI – As the Miami Heat are down 0-3 to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first-round playoff series, it’s no doubt been an eye-opening series for the team going up against the No.
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / April 26
Erik Spoelstra Says Miami Heat 'Laid An Egg' In Game 3 Vs Cavaliers
The Miami Heat's chances of advancing out of their first round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers went from slim to none after the 124-87 thrashing that the Cavs game them.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Erik Spoelstra Sends Strong Message Before Game 2 of Heat-Cavaliers Series
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra is setting the tone for a fiery Game 2 in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / April 19
Erik Spoelstra Sends Strong Message After Historic Win
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra delivered a powerful message following a crucial 123-114 play-in game victory over the Atlanta Hawks, encapsulating
Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / April 14
Erik Spoelstra Embraces the Heat of the Play-In
The Miami Heat were barely able to hang on in the East following the trade and departure of Jimmy Butler. Yet, here they are, in the play-in as the 10th seed with a below .500 record of 37-45.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 2
Erik Spoelstra makes painful admission about trio of Celtics stars
Spoelstra has been the head coach of the Heat since 2008.
Miami Heat News / Hardwood Heroics / April 1
Miami Heat: Erik Spoelstra Shares Honest Opinion on Team’s Future After 2025 Season
The Miami Heat are scrambling to finish the 2024-25 regular season with a potential playoff appearance. While losing Jimmy Butler was a miss for the fans, the players remaining in South Beach are moving heaven and earth to secure their spot in the play-in tournament.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / March 11
Heat are letting fourth-quarter leads, playoff spot slip away
For the season, the Heat have lost nine times in games where they led by 15 points or more.
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