Miami Heat Fast Break

Fast Break | May 3, 2007

Thu, 03 May 2007 13:23:20 EDT

The Miami Heat's postseason defense of their NBA title is over barely after it started, ending on a four-game first-round sweep at the hands of the Chicago Bulls. Heat beat writer Israel Gutierrez writes the epitaph on a painfully disappointing season in this week's Miami Heat Fast Break.

Fast Break | April 19, 2007

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 13:35:21 EDT

As they prepare to defend their NBA title this postseason, the Heat's first round matchup is set, and once again it's the Chicago Bulls. Miami Herald Miami Heat beat writer Israel Gutierriez talks about the rematch that could be the toughest challenge the Heat faces on its road back to the NBA Finals in this playoff preview edition of Miami Heat Fast Break.

Fast Break | March 26, 2007

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 12:00:00 EDT

Following a season's best win streak, the Heat have fallen back to earth, struggling to stay above water amidst injuries to star guard Dwyane Wade and others. Can they stay afloat in their race to win the Southeast division and homecourt advantage in the first round, or will age catch up to them down the stretch? Phil Latzman discusses all things Heat with the Miami Herald's Michael Wallace in this week's edition of Miami Heat Fast Break.

Fast Break | March 16, 2007

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 12:00:00 EDT

Just when you thought things were looking grim for the defending champs without their best player, the Heat are suddenly playing their best basketball of the season. Phil Latzman and Miami Herald NBA writer Michael Wallace talk about how the resurgent Heat have catapulted themselves back into playoff position and are now poised to win their division, plus the latest on Dywane Wade's injured shoulder in this week's Miami Heat Fast Break.

Fast Break | March 2, 2007

Fri, 02 Mar 2007 13:40:05 EST

Just when you thought things were looking up, the Heat loses superstar Dwyane Wade to a severe shoulder injury, possibly ending his season. What now? Can the Heat even make the postseason without him, and who needs to step up in his absence? That and a look at the Heat's visit to the White House. Hear the thoughts of Miami Herald Heat Beat Writer Israel Gutierriez in this week's edition of Fast Break Wih The Heat.

Fast Break | February 16, 2007

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 12:00:00 EST

The Heat hits the all-star break at .500, evening their record for the first time since November, and all signs are looking up. Winners of 7 of their last 8, they're getting healthier and appear primed to defend their NBA title despite a sub-par start. Phil Latzman and the Miami Herald's Israel Gutierrez discuss the team's chances, plus the locker room repercussions of the disparaging anti-gay comments made by former Heat player Tim Hardaway in this week's All-Star break edition of Fast Break With The Heat.

Fast Break | February 9, 2007

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 12:00:00 EST

The Heat are showing signs of finally getting on track as the NBA season nears the break. Israel Gutierriez joins Phil Latzman to break down the latest developments with the defending champs, including the improving health of Shaquille O'Neal and when Pat Riley might return to the bench, in this week's edition of Miami Heat Fast Break.

Fast Break | January 19, 2007

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 13:00:00 EST

Things are finally looking up for the Heat as they attempt to defend their NBA title. The Miami Herald's Miami Heat Beat Writer Israel Gutierrez talks about Shaquille O'Neal's long awaited return, the health of superstar Dwyane Wade and their prospects for a 2nd half run in the first edition of Heat Fast Break.