Entries by Mateo Mayorga

Mateo’s Hoop Diary: Heat’s flame goes out in fourth quarter loss to the Nets

The Heat hasn’t gotten over its addiction to close games. Wednesday’s affair flipped like a light switch in the last 12 minutes, handing the hosts four consecutive losses. Against the Brooklyn Nets, minus three starters, the offense crashed late, and the defense ignored the 3-point line on coach Erik Spoelstra’s birthday and in front of […]

Mateo’s Hoop Diary: Miami Heat come up short in fourth-quarter comeback in Milwaukee

Tyler Herro’s homecoming soured despite his efforts to prove a point after breaking his hand at Fiserv Forum 19 minutes into the Playoffs. This time, the Heat got Bucked, with Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the stampede. Bam Adebayo was absent with a hip injury and unable to shield the paint plus switch outside. […]

Mateo’s Hoop Diary: Miami Heat hold off Detroit Pistons in home opener

For the Miami Heat’s 36th season debut, 19,695 spectators filled the Kaseya Center as it hosted Detroit’s young Pistons. Early, the reigning East champs allowed its guests to record 11 of 19 first-quarter field goals, including five triples. Yet, despite shooting 25.8% higher from the field in the first quarter, coach Monty Williams’ squad only […]

Most impactful Miami Heat players of all-time

The Miami Heat has been operational since the 1988-89 season.  Through its halls have passed some of the league’s greatest players.   The names below are staples of the culture and the most impactful competitors to represent the Heat.     Honorable Mention- Mario Chalmers:   Chalmers was a great activator. His versatility as a combo […]