The Miami Heat Beat Podcast

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210: Miami Heat NBA Draft Guide w/ Cole Zwicker (The Stepien) Jun 19, 2019

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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).

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209: Killer Kyle Lowry // Miami Heat Pre-Draft Rumors Jun 12, 2019

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Another tale of two shows, featuring Giancarlo Navas (host), Brian Goins (producer), Alex Toledo (co-host), and Jack Alfonso (co-host).
Gianni's Toronto Raptors crusade has taken a hit after Monday night's Game 5 loss to Golden State in Toronto. He tries to convince everyone in plain sight that Kyle Lowry is not to blame for Toronto's choke job. (1:50). We spend the second half of the show debating the latest rumors and reports about Miami's "potential" draft board, including NBA Draft analysis on a few prospect names (P.J. Washington and Brandon Clarke) who we've heard may be high on Miami's board at the No. 13 slot. (20:30).
To stay caught up with Miami's scheduled pre-draft workouts, pro day attendances, and draft chatter, follow our official Pre-Draft Tracker, which is updated daily with the latest reports and information as they're made available.

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208: Raptors Beat // Heat Draft Nuggets May 30, 2019

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A tale of two shows, featuring Giancarlo Navas (host), Brian Goins (producer), Greg "Leif" Sylvander, Alex Toledo, Nekias Duncan, and our two special guests: Lior Kozai (Def Pen Hoops) and Imman (Raptors Twitter). Gianni leads his Raptors crusade by breaking down the NBA Finals subplots, matchup schemes, and narratives entering Thursday night's Game 1 in Toronto (2:28). We spend the second half of the show debating the latest rumors and reports about Miami's "potentially aggressive" offseason approach (via Barry Jackson, Miami Herald), plus NBA Draft analysis on who Miami may target at No. 13, and why it may end up being an offensive-oriented wing (37:53).
To stay caught up with Miami's scheduled pre-draft workouts, pro day attendances, and draft chatter, follow our official Pre-Draft Tracker, which is updated daily with the latest reports and information as they're made available.

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207: NBA Draft Lottery & Tequila Special w/ Ethan Skolnick (Five Reasons Sports) May 15, 2019

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Giancarlo Navas, Christian Hernandez, Alex Toledo, Genna Mark, and our special guest, Ethan Skolnick (Five Reasons Sports) react immediately after the NBA Draft Lottery LIVE from our first ever "Watch Party" taping at Tap 42 in Midtown Miami. Our host may or may not have been deep in tequila during the making of this episode. Oh...the Heat are picking 13th, by the way.

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206: 'Game of Thrones' Oddsmaker, Revisiting Jimmy Butler May 07, 2019

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In this edition of The Heat Beat Podcast, Giancarlo Navas, Christian Hernandez, and Brian Goins discuss:
• Reaction to Juwan Howard likely keeping his spot on Erik Spoelstra's coaching staff with the news of Tyronn Lue nearing an agreement with the Los Angeles Lakers to be their new head coach, according to Yahoo Sports.• Revisiting the what-could-have-been-Jimmy-Butler-trade to the Miami Heat from earlier in the season, as he continues his postseason tear in Philly.• We go over the Game of Thrones phenomenon and play betting oddsmakers for who will take the throne, then compare them to NBA playoff teams.• A Jason Terry stat that will make you even more sad about the 2011 NBA Finals/LeBron's surreal meltdown.…and so much more!!!

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205: Riley Pressed For Answers w/ Ethan Skolnick (Five Reasons Sports) Apr 16, 2019

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In this edition of The Heat Beat Podcast, Giancarlo Navas, Greg Leif Sylvander, Cait Ngoepe, and Brian Goins invite Ethan Skolnick, overlord of Five Reasons Sports, as our special guest to discuss:• Reaction and critique of Pat Riley's end of year presser on Saturday• #SauceyNuggets that Leif has heard conveyed to Heat players during exit interviews.• Miami's options on how to create flexibility for a max slot • Hassan Whiteside/Goran Dragic opting out vs. opting in• Cait's Wade-Udonis final moment reaction...and so much more!!!

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204: Long Live Dwyane Wade w/ Justin Tinsley (The Undefeated) Apr 11, 2019

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We celebrate Dwyane Wade in his final NBA game, and Justin Tinsley of the Undefeated joins us to talk about his story, “A trio of legendary nights with Dwyane Wade as he says goodbye to the NBA.”

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🚨Post Game Reaction 🚨: Wade's Last Home Game Apr 10, 2019

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Giancarlo Navas records a one-man, postgame reaction show about his experience witnessing Dwyane Wade's final home game as a member of the Miami Heat, holding back tears from the parking lot at the AmericanAirlines Arena.

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203: Honoring Wade w/ Rohan Nadkarni (Sports Illustrated) Apr 09, 2019

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In this edition of The Heat Beat Podcast, Giancarlo Navas, Greg Leif Sylvander, and Brian Goins invite Rohan Nadkarni of Sports Illustrated's The Crossover as our special guest to discuss:• Rohan's Sports Illustrated cover story on Dwyane Wade• Bonus quotes from Pat Riley and Udonis Haslem that didn't make the story• As Miami's playoff hopes are dwindling, we stroll down Dwyane Wade memory lane in preparation for what might be his last home game on Tuesday.• Backlash on the Heat's optics of waiving #HeatCulture swingman Rodney McGruder in bid to avoid luxury tax.… this and so much more!!!

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202: Playoff Implications w/ Kevin Wang (@kevkage_) Apr 03, 2019

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In this edition of The Heat Beat Podcast, we welcomed long-time friend Kevin Wang (@kevkage_) to join Giancarlo Navas, Alex Toledo, Brian Goins, and our newest contributor Genna Mark to discuss:
• Breakdown of Heat-Celtics. What annoyed them about Monday's loss and what needs to change before Wednesday's rematch?• Injury status on Justise Winslow and Josh Richardson: Could J-Rich be out the remainder of the regular season?
• The gang discusses how likely it is for Miami to get in the playoffs• Alex and Brian's theory on how Miami can possibly push the Milwaukee Bucks.

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