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Miami Heat 1-on-1: What will 2018-19 play have in store for fans?

By Allana Tachauer

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 20: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat reacts after a three pointer against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at American Airlines Arena on October 20, 2018 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 20: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat reacts after a three pointer against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at American Airlines Arena on October 20, 2018 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /
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The Miami Heat’s Josh Richardson reacts to hitting a 3-point shot against the Charlotte Hornets during the first half at American Airlines Arena in Miami on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. (Michael Laughlin/Sun Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)
The Miami Heat’s Josh Richardson reacts to hitting a 3-point shot against the Charlotte Hornets during the first half at American Airlines Arena in Miami on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. (Michael Laughlin/Sun Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images) /

Talk to me about your feelings on Josh Richardson…

Tachauer: Listen, Wade will forever be the reason I fell in love with the Heat in the first place, and by now everyone and their moms know how I feel about Dragic. However, Richardson has my complete attention currently. He can honestly do no wrong in my eyes. His passion for the game, the unmatched energy he brings, that 3-point shot… I could go on and on. He has truly become everything Miami Heat Culture stands for, and I see him easily growing into the next face of the franchise. I mean, even his goofy grin and absolutely ridiculous celebrations exactly fit the bill. I’m just so thankful Riley knew better than to let him go. Does he still have work to do? Absolutely. He’s still learning the in’s and out’s of head coach Erik Spoelstra’s unique system. But he’s definitely trending in the right direction. And I think fans can expect a breakout season from him.

Johnson: The Heat fanbase has teetered back and forth on which of the 2015 draftees would be the one to lead Miami back to the playoffs and hopefully, contention. For a while, Winslow was favored, as his diverse defensive skillset made for a strong foundation. But through two games, Richardson is looking like he is trying his best to absorb some of Wade’s leadership and powers like he is a Monstar from Space Jam. For the first time in his career, Richardson is continuously stepping into his shots with confidence. They don’t all go in; his 2-for-10 night from 3 against Orlando says as much. But being willing to try and try again is indicative of Richardson welcoming his new workload.

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