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Ray Allen and Rashard Lewis in their new uniforms

Projected Lineup
PG: M. Chalmers
SG: D. Wade
SF: R. Lewis
PF: L. James
C: C. Bosh
6. R. Allen
7. U. Haslem
8. S. Battier
9. N. Cole
10. M. Miller
11. J. Anthony
12. J. Jones

Erik Spoelstra wrote:

I will use a variety of lineups throughout the beginning of the season. I will most likely not use a regular rotation until the playoffs are near. I heard that Doc Rivers wants his team to hate my team. You mad bro? I will destroy you

Let's get straight to the point. Miami Heat are a favorite to win the 1st ISBA Season just because of their roster. They have added sharpshooters, Ray Allen & Rashard Lewis during the off-season to add to the core of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. They are bound to be key players in the lineup.

LeBron James and former GM of the Year have been reunited once again. They won a championship together during the "NBA 4 PS3" days back with the Cavaliers. After Vince's past seasons struggles and disappointment with other teams, can he find the fire & help ignite LeBron's to another chip with an all-star squad? (no gay intended).

The Miami Heat are 100% ready for the upcoming season. They're ready to face old rivalries and create new ones. They have also set their goal to a 3-peat for the near future. Think they can do it?

Season Goals

• Keep everyone healthy
  
• Sign a better center than Joel Anthony
  
• Win at least 45 games
  
• Win MVP with LeBron James
  
• Win 6th Man of the Year with Ray Allen
  
• Win a championship
  
• Acquire Kyrie Irving somehow

#Success

#King323

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Acquire Kyrie Irving somehow

You know it's on, can't wait...

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smh @ the Heat still keeping James Jones and Mike Miller around despite the Ray Allen signing. I can understand Miller since he's impossible to trade due to his contract/injuries but I can't see James Jones EVER playing unless its a blow out.

Ante is the team to beat because he won the last title but I consider the Heat a slight favorite as we stand right now. Vince is hungry.

Vince is the favorite until he gets low blowed just like Paul last year. Predictable finish, no swerves.

I played fair, just I don't see a problem with playing your best 2 players max minutes in wcf, but oh well I'll adjust, no problem...

Don't worry, LeBron will have no Mercy (:lol:) when it's time.

I know he won't, I've seen what you do with him, remember when I got trashed the first game in the Q with Memphis...Had a good record though, but LeBron just killed me...

As years go I admire LeBron more and more...

I'm really one of few that shoots jumpers with LeBron more than drive in. I should be typical & attack the paint 95% of the time.

^ but but that wouldnt be fun *sigh*

PRE-SEASON

The Miami Heat had an exhibition game(online demo) with the Oklahoma City Thunder taking place at South Beach. The Heat started off with a 10-0 run with Wade leading the show. Ray Allen then came in and nailed 2 3s right off the bat. The Heat led the Thunder 24-10 after the 1st quarter. The televised pre-season game then blacked out and switched to TNT's series, Falling Skies. . . fuck you Falling Skies!

Wade - 11 points
Allen - 6 points
Chalmers - 3 points
James - 2 points
Haslem - 2 points
Harden - 8 points
Perkins - 2 points

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MIAMI'S SHARPSHOOTERS

Mario Chalmers

Let's start off with the starting point guard. Been in the league for 4 years now & has a career 36% 3P%. Won't have to handle the ball much unless Wade & James are injured. Give him space anywhere beyond the arc and he will make you regret it. Chalmers is also a tough man-to-man defender. Will suffocate your best guard under Miami's new system.

Rashard Lewis

1 of 2 newest additions to the Heat this season. Lewis is projected to be a starter next to LeBron James filling up both forward spots. He's a 2x All-Star(1 in Seattle, 1 in Orlando). He averaged a solid 39% 3P% in his career so far. His best season in his career in my opinion was his 1st season in Orlando, making 226 3s out of 553 attempted (41%). Under Miami's system, Rashard will get a lot of open shots. Expect him to be a threat.

Ray Allen

Jesus Shuttlesworth: The NBA's current leader for career 3-pointers. The Heat's projected 6th man and a top candidate to get that award. It's a no-brainer to guard this veteran shooter. The real question is, can you keep him guarded?

Shane Battier

This face-in-your-hand defender is a corner specialist. He's a 38% career shooter from beyond the arc. This 10-year veteran can shut your best player down. Expect Battier to play an abundant of minutes when Miami is playing Boston, Oklahoma City, LA Lakers, Denver, Golden State, Indiana, Memphis, Minnesota, San Antonio, and New York.

Mike Miller

The token white guy of Miami. Miller's minutes will most likely be reduced with the new additions of Allen and Lewis. 40% at 3 in his 12-years in the NBA. Even if he's not going to be on the floor much, he can still get hot in a quick minute.

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BREAKING NEWS
Former 3-point shootout winner, James Jones, will be released from his contract to make room for a potential signing.


hint: there will be TWO white guys in South Beach

Falling Skies> Any Miami Heat game

Just sayin'...

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Man all those three point shooters...

PRESEASON

Pacers @ Heat

laggy game (not 1 good minute without lag, maybe seconds)
Pacers offense: Hibbert postgame(B+) Outside shooting(B-)
both sides could not defend for shit due to lag
back & forth contest, but Heat had early 10 point lead.
Wade pulls a clutch (contested) layup out of his ass

64 - 65 W

"I don't know how you can shoot with that lag"

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Celtics @ Heat

Celtics offense: outstanding all-around game(A+) up & under post moves
Celtics defense: great D on LeBron
LeBron 26-6-6
Pierce 20 points

75 - 82 W

"Intense"

#GGs #Undefeated

"Intense" was the word I heard from my Celtics sources after that game with the Heat.

Pierce and LeBron dueling like it's 2007.

GG, RR played bad 10 5 5 & 5to...Very intense, I cannot imagine in the season what will it be...

Tip-Off

Miami blows out the Bucks out of Milwaukee
The Heat were pumped to finally get the season started for a run at the championship after going 3-0 in the pre-season. LeBron & Co. put on a show for Milwaukee at the BMO Bradley Harris Center. LeBron started his season off with a 29 point - 9 assist performance. D-Wade also added 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. Heat played outstanding defense, forcing 10 turnovers. The duo of Jennings and Ellis were held down to only a combined total of 19 points(Ellis-16, Jennings-3). Who are the Heat going to play next?

Final Score: 104 - 60

Standout Players
James: 29 pts 4 reb - 9 ast
Wade: 17 pts - 7 reb - 7 ast
Bosh: 11 pts - 4 reb - 4 stl
Ellis: 16 pts
Dalembert: 7 pts - 6 reb

*All 58 games might possibly be covered

Congrats on beating a tough Bucks team.

CPU Monta is a fking beast.

Knicks @ Heat in 5 mins

Too bad the 2K site isn't workibg so we can't see the gamewinner smh

3rd game in Minnesota. A state full of cute hmong girls who are DTF. :paulyD:

Heat led as much as 16, but T'Wolves didn't give up at all. In the 4th, Roy & Budinger were clutch. Cutting down the lead down to single digits. However the Heat held on to their lead to get the W.

Final Score: 75 - 73

Standout Player
Wade: 25 pts, 5 ast, 4 stl
James: 17 pts, 8 reb, 4 ast
Allen: 10 pts, 3 ast, 2/3 3pt
Roy: 19 pts, 3 reb, 2 blk
Budinger: 16 pts, 3 reb
Pekovic: 16 pts, 9 reb

LeBron wrote:

It would have been really bad if they used Love more

Heat 3-0 on the road!
Heat pulled away in the 2nd quarter to beat the Spurs at home 68 - 44
*Spurs need to use the paint & Tim Duncan more
*LeBron and Wade get early rest; ready for next game
*Wade: 17 pts
*Parker: 14 pts, 7 reb

#walkingovercorpses - tweeted by @RealDrTryHard in the middle of the 3rd quarter

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Free Agent Rumor
There was a rumor that the Heatles were interested in free agent, Greg Oden, but the franchise have confirmed that there are no talks with the former rehabcenter star.



South Beach is looking for a backup center though, and the are having private talks with the main candidate. The big man's name is a secret for now. However he's feelin' high on the franchise

Vince wrote:

Free Agent Rumor
South Beach is looking for a backup center though, and the are having private talks with the main candidate. The big man's name is a secret for now. However he's feelin' high on the franchise

Chris Andersen signed with the Heat with a 1 year $850K deal with a player option. Andersen is a crowd favorite & he said he's looking forward to get lobs from Dwyane and LeBron.

*Chris said yes after the first day of the season