After reaching the finals once, the Heat are no longer the "dark horse" position. But their characteristics are still distinct and unique, and few teams can get this far just by relying on defense and willpower. There are no superstars on this team, but Butler often carries the t

reached the finals once, , Heat, and are no longer positioned as "dark horses."

But their characteristics are still distinct and unique, and few teams can get this far just by relying on defense and willpower. There are no superstars on this team, but Butler often leads the team forward.

By the Eastern Conference finals, their shortcomings were already very obvious: the main players had to play for a very long time, and 's pitchers were not very defensive. Once players like Hiro, Vincent, and Strus are replaced, the team's firepower will be suppressed again.

If measured by the standards of the Eastern Conference championship, the Heat lack an ultimate attacker to take over a lot of the ball, instead of relying on piecemeal attacks by attackers who are not good at defending.

The value of stars

The Heat should know the value of stars best.

Their last two championships both came from the influence of superstars. LeBron James joined the South Coast, and together with Bosh and Wade formed the unstoppable Big Three at their peak.

After the fiery championship era ended, the Heat continued their team culture of perseverance, toughness, and never giving up. They are famous for their " training hall rats " (who practice tirelessly in the training hall). Here, you can We can see the hard work and enthusiasm for training of each player, but before Butler joined, it was still difficult for them to achieve anything in the Eastern Conference.

Until the combination of Butler and Adebayo changed everything.

Butler, who was questioned as " is too old and his offensive capabilities are not as good as ", scored 47 points against the Celtics defense, blowing away the tight Celtics defensive wall.

As for his partner Adebayor, after reaching the finals, he did not develop according to the expected trajectory. His mid-range shooting was not skilled and stable enough, which somewhat restricted Adebayor's development.

bet heavily on the stars! The Heat are just one step away from the final strike.

What kind of third star do the Heat expect? It's probably like Oladipo's before was injured.

can use the breakthrough speed of to destroy the defense line . He has a high level of finishing ability and his defensive strength does not hinder him. In addition to forwards and interiors, the Heat really need such a role to complete a high level of offensive efficiency next to Butler.

According to the "Salt Lake City Tribune", the Heat made an offer to the Jazz a few weeks ago and wanted to acquire Donovan Mitchell .

The Heat have traded their 2025 first-round pick. The assets that the Heat can trade include the 2023 first-round pick, the 2027 first-round pick, the 2029 first-round pick and the right to swap first-round picks in other years. Tyler Herro , Strus, Ewart Severn and Vincent.

In short, in order to get a third star, they can pay all their available assets. In order to have a backup option when Butler feels cold.

A small forward who serves as the core of the offense, a smart, fast-moving insider with a wide defensive range. Now they are pursuing a super guard who is fast, stable in offense and averages 20+ points per game. Does

sound like their last glorious era?