Jack Simone

Jack Simone

Joined: Jun 7, 2021

Jack Simone is the Site Expert at 8 points, 9 Seconds. He has been working in the field of NBA journalism for over three years and currently covers a variety of teams. Located just south of Boston, Jack covers the Celtics for CelticsBlog and hosts the How 'Bout Them Celtics podcast. He also is the editor of Bulls Wire and Spurs Wire, two USA Today sites.

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 25: Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat looks on during their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on February 25, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

5 Tyler Herro trades that would net Miami Heat another star

MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 21: Kyle Lowry #7 and Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat look on against the Milwaukee Bucks at FTX Arena on October 21, 2021 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 Heat: 5 major takeaways from the start of the season

MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 21: Jimmy Butler #22 and Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat celebrate against the Milwaukee Bucks at FTX Arena on October 21, 2021 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 Heat: Depending on top-heavy scoring is a dangerous game

MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 15: Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat warms up prior to the preseason game against the Boston Celtics at FTX Arena on October 15, 2021 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 Heat: Bleacher Report gave this hot take about Miami

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 23: Kyle Lowry #7 of the Miami Heat looks on in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 23, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Miami Heat: 5 crazy stats through the first three games

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 24: Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat is defended by Garrett Temple #17 of the Chicago Bulls during the first quarter at American Airlines Arena on April 24, 2021 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 Heat: 3 trades that would help beef up the rotation

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 23: The Miami Heat stand for the playing of the national anthem before the game against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 23, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Miami Heat: Win vs. Magic crucial before tough stretch of games

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 23: Head coach Erik Spoelstra of the Miami Heat reacts in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 23, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Miami Heat: Erik Spoelstra gives first look at regular rotation

MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 21: Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat celebrates a three pointer against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at FTX Arena on October 21, 2021 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 Heat: Tyler Herro could legitimately lead the team in scoring

Oct 21, 2021; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris (8), guard Max Strus (31), forward Jimmy Butler (22), guard Kyle Lowry (7) and center Dewayne Dedmon (21) reacts from the bench during the fourth quarter of the game at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat: 3 takeaways from Miami’s huge win vs. the Bucks

MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 30: Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat and Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks battle for control of a loose ball during the first quarter at American Airlines Arena on December 30, 2020 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 Heat: Season opener vs. Bucks will set the tone for a great season

MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 15: Jimmy Butler #22, Markieff Morris #8 and Kyle Lowry #7 of the Miami Heat laugh against the Boston Celtics during a preseason game at FTX Arena on October 15, 2021 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 Heat: Predicting the rotation for the season opener

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 23: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts in the second half against the Miami Heat at Barclays Center on January 23, 2021 in New York City.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 Elsa/Getty Images)

Miami Heat: Kyrie Irving traded to Heat in blockbuster B/R article

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 27: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks is defended by Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat during the first quarter in Game Three of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at American Airlines Arena on May 27, 2021 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 Heat: 5 teams to worry about in the Eastern Conference

KZ Okpala #11 of the Miami Heat in action against the Atlanta Hawks during the preseason(Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

Miami Heat: 3 players who could surprise everyone this season

Sep 27, 2021; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs Thaddeus Young (30) poses for photos and video during media day. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat: Thaddeus Young traded to Heat in latest B/R piece