Miami Heat: 3 takeaways from road duel with Milwaukee Bucks

2. The scoring is widespread.

Miami hasn’t always been known for its vast amount of bench depth. During the team’s prime seasons, the roster and scoring were top-heavy. Granted, when three of the world’s top 15 players roam the same huddle, a top-heavy roster and pecking order is bound to happen.

Spoelstra and his staff knew that wasn’t the case headed into this season. Unlike before, Miami’s bench can virtually start for the team on any given night.

Players like Meyers Leonard and Goran Dragic have been starters in previous career stops. Even James Johnson and Dion Waiters — whom I mentioned aren’t traveling with the team currently — have started for Miami in recent years, but will likely head to the bench upon return to the team.

In Saturday’s win over Milwaukee, seven-of-nine Heat players scored in double figures, led by Dragic’s 23 points. Miami is still missing their star player and likely leading scorer Jimmy Butler, but the team should feel good about the offense thus far. Averaging 125.5 points per game without your star player is no easy effort, be proud Heat Nation.

Authors Note: I know I know, it’s just TWO games! I’m personally being patient when it comes to Tyler Herro. He has shown clear-cut potential and I’ve loved everything I’ve seen so far, except his shooting. This may just be noise, but can be viewed as news, either way, this next one may be a doozy.