Health a major concern for Miami Heat
After losing LeBron James, the Miami quickly re-signed Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade. They also Luol Deng, Shabazz Napier, Josh McRoberts, and Danny Granger, among others.The Heat are obviously still a threat in the Eastern Conference but there is one big question mark surrounding them.
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Moke Hamilton of Basketball Insiders believes health is a major concern for the Heat.
"Most believe that Chris Bosh’s new contract is a bit too rich, but the HEAT simply could not afford to lose him and sentence Dwyane Wade to wallowing in mediocrity during the twilight of his career. Now, after adding Luol Deng on what amounts to an incredible value, the HEAT certainly have enough to challenge for the Southeast Division title if Wade can remain healthy. Newcomer Shabazz Napier will attempt to mimic the trajectory of his fellow UConn Huskie, teammate and new division rival, Kemba Walker. With Shawne Williams, Shannon Brown and Reggie Williams, Riley hopes that Josh McRoberts and Danny Granger can provide the HEAT with the depth necessary to compete in the new Eastern Conference. They just might, but their health is a major concern."
Wade is in an obvious decline and can’t keep his knees healthy throughout the season while Deng’s body was battered playing major minutes with the Chicago Bulls for so many years. However, if the Heat enter the postseason healthy, they could make a lot of noise.
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