MIAMI — It is a subject Erik Spoelstra would rather avoid. Ever since he was put in this situation, he’s run from the topic of his abilities as a coach. The everlasting smile disappears the moment Spoelstra, now in his fifth season with the Miami Heat, is asked about it. He says what others think [...]
Heat’s East finals opener on hold until Wednesday
MIAMI— The Miami Heat still don’t know who. But at least they know when. With the New York Knicks defeating the Indiana Pacers 85-75 Thursday night, forcing that Eastern Conference semifinal series to a Saturday Game 6, the schedule for the Eastern Conference finals has come into focus. No matter the opponent, [...]
Heat’s shooters never found their mark vs. Bulls
MIAMI— For the Miami Heat’s 3-point specialists, the long shots proved to be, well, a longshot during the second round against the Chicago Bulls, even with the Heat advancing in five games. While there was an unlikely 9-of-11 3-point contribution from backup point guard Norris Cole and surprising 4-of-8 efficiency from center Chris [...]
Three years later, Bosh still Heat’s most key component
MIAMI — Nothing has changed since this whole thing started. LeBron James and Dwyane Wade are still grabbing the spotlight for the Miami Heat, whether for their play on the court or attire off it. The other constant remains center Chris Bosh being the team’s overlooked but most but important component. It’s been that way [...]
Heat’s Dwyane Wade a game-time decision vs. Bulls
By Shandel Richardson South Florida Sun Sentinel 12:18 p.m. EDT, May 15, 2013 MIAMI — Heat guard Dwyane Wade will be game-time decision Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Wade went through the morning shootaround and the team medical staff will evaluate him before tip-off. He has been [...]
Knee issues return for Heat’s Dwyane Wade
CHICAGO — The moment was nothing new for Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade. It had happened a few times since April in private. Only this time, it occurred in public. In front of a sold-out arena. In front of a national television audience. Related Poll: Should Dwyane Wade rest in Game 5 against the Bulls [...]
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra second in Coach of the Year voting

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra talks to the referees during the fourth quarter of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Game against the Chicago Bulls, Monday, May 6, 2013. (Michael Laughlin / Sun Sentinel / May 6, 2013) By Shandel Richardson, Sun Sentinel 12:12 p.m. EDT, May 8, 2013 MIAMI — It is perhaps the one [...]
Miami Heat’s Shane Battier shaving his mustache

CAPTIONS Shane Battier, Heat, 2012-13(May 1, 2013) By Shandel Richardson South Florida Sun Sentinel 2:30 p.m. EDT, May 3, 2013 MIAMI— The Shane Battier mustache that created so much attention Thursday on the Internet is no more. After Friday’s practice, Battier said he was going to shave it off once he arrived home. The reason? [...]
