The Miami Heat will not be signing Damian Lillard after Lillard agreed to return to the Portland Trail Blazers. Where does that leave the Heat with their final roster spot and their star pursuit? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil discuss how Lillard's decision impacts the Heat as well as Summer League topics. Kasparus Jakucionis' up-and-down debut continues, and they grade Kel'el Ware and Pelle Larsson's time in Las Vegas.

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1:30 Jakucionis' up-and-down performance
11:30 Grading Ware, Larsson in Summer League
22:30 Damian Lillard signs with Trail Blazers

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HEAT Culture vs. PANTHERS dynasty: Which Florida team reigns supreme? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dissect the MIAMI HEAT's approach against the FLORIDA PANTHERS' recent success. Then they build the ultimate HEAT starting five, debating legends like Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Jimmy Butler.

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1:30 Heat vs Panthers culture
11:30 All-time Heat starting five
25:16 Favorite music artists

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Miami Heat's Offensive Evolution: Is This Their Most Versatile Attack Since the Big Three? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil dissect the team's offensive potential with Norman Powell. They explore backup center options, including DeAndre Jordan, while weighing trade targets like Nikola Vucevic. The duo tackles LeBron James trade speculation, analyzing the Heat's interest and cap situation. Plus, get an insider's look at how they craft daily content for their show.

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1:30 Most versatile Heat offense since Big Three?
11:41 Backup center options for the Heat
23:14 LeBron James trade speculation and interest
27:58 Behind the scenes

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LEBRON JAMES TO MIAMI HEAT? Rumors swirl as Udonis Haslem makes his pitch. Is LeBron James gearing up for a sensational comeback to the MIAMI HEAT? Hosts Wes Goldberg and David Ramil analyze the growing buzz around LeBron's potential departure from the LOS ANGELES LAKERS. They break down how the NBA superstar would fit alongside Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, exploring the HEAT's championship prospects with King James at the helm.

0:00 Intro
1:30 LeBron James rumors and Heat reunion
12:33 LeBron's potential impact on young Heat players
18:46 Analyzing potential downsides of LeBron trade
24:54 Eastern Conference landscape
30:05 Latest on Terry Rozier gambling investigation

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Kel'el Ware responds to Erik Spoelstra's challenge with a dominant two-game stretch. Wes Goldberg and David Ramil break down the MIAMI HEAT's first weekend at Las Vegas Summer League, highlighting Kel'el Ware's approach after coach Erik Spoelstra's rare public criticism. The discussion covers Ware's 21-point performance, Spoelstra's evolving coaching tactics, and how the HEAT's young core is reshaping their NBA future. Key topics include standout performances from Pelle Larsson and Kashad Johnson, potential two-way contract candidates, and the impact on upcoming roster decisions.

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5:05 Spoelstra's rare public criticism of Kel'el Ware
10:22 Ware's impressive response in Summer League
18:07 Coaching a younger Heat roster differently
23:27 Pelle Larsson and Keshad Johnson

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Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware responded to Erik Spoelstra's challenge by playing his best all-around game of Las Vegas Summer League so far, finishing with 21 points and nine rebounds. Wes Goldberg breaks down his game, his comments after and answers questions about Kasparas Jakucionis, Terry Rozier and more.

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Wes Goldberg and Ethan Skolnick break down Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra challenging Kel'el Ware to be more professional, Andrew Wiggins' future in Miami, Spo's plans for Norman Powell and more from Las Vegas NBA Summer League.

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