A while ago, we analyzed the top five things the Miami Heat could do in order to contend for a title this season. The Heat have gone on to did many of these things.
Some have already shown a major impact, indicating that the Heat are legitimate contenders in the East.
While the Heat have had their fair share of ups and downs to start the season, let’s revisit the five things the Heat needed to do to contend for a title this season. Which ones have they done?
Has it had any impact on their success and likelihood of winning the championship?
1. Keep Udonis Haslem Around
The Heat did one of the most important things they needed to do this year. They re-signed Udonis Haslem to another one year deal.
As The Captain of the Miami Heat, he plays an important role on the bench. He motivates the other players and is a good example of the toughness expected from the Heat Culture.
This year, he has even played an active role in the games. To deal with injuries and foul trouble, Udonis Haslem has played valuable minutes in games at the center position.
We can expect that this would not happen in the playoffs, but by playing valuable minutes in the regular season, UD helps the Miami Heat secure some victories during tough points in their schedule.
Miami Heat Faithful love to have Haslem back. He should continue to stay with the team for as long as he wants to be there.
Those who don’t follow the Heat do not fully understand how much he means to this franchise, but either way, he means a ton.
Result: Successful