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The Heat "Harry Pottered" the Wizards

After losing to Cleveland on the front end of a back to back road game, the Heat regain their winning ways. Beating the aggressive Washington Wizards wasn't piece of red velvet cake. In a game with 48 fouls called, 30 were by the Wizards. Of course the biggest foul was called after the altercation between Big Z and John Wall's little self, that cost the Heat two ejections. Juwan Howard was also ejected along with Big Z, but I.d like to point out that Howard is a crafty veteran. He handled the situation correctly, he defended his teammates and let them know he has their back. Miami went on to win handedly for their 52nd win of the season.

This maybe a prelude of whats to come for the Heat in the playoffs. Many teams will either be forced to play aggressive defense against the Heat. Having two of the best rim attackers already give Miami an edge at the free throw line against most teams. Since the Heat have a reputation for being soft, I can see physical teams trying to get an edge by hacking and getting under the Heats skin. Add in troubles finishing games and a weak bench and you can see where I am going. Miami's biggest lose this season was losing Udonis Haslem to injury. He was the presence, the doer, the enforcer, and the heart and soul of this team. If UD can get back to contribute, he can just what Miami needs.

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Dwayne Wade slashes the Sixers

     I'm not one of those guy that likes to compare teammates, it's not fair. Lebron James is a mix of my two favorite players Magic and Jordan. He is truly a great player. But Dwayne Wade is truly unique, he can do it all! 5 Blocks and 39 points, are you kidding me?  * assist, too. D-Wade was "DD" tonight. It was one of his better performances this year against an athletic and aggressive team.
    As I caught my repeat telecast on Sunshine, I saw a team grow before my eyes. Lead by a nasty Dwayne Wade at his finest. From the nose bleeds they can see Wade fly off his left foot to facebook the Sixer' D. Philly is a good and athletic team with good coaching, but they folded a lead and never got it back.
The Heat are not only meshing, they are winning big games against good teams. Despite trailing by 16 at one point they rallied to win. The addition of the pick and roll to Bosh' game has been a good wrinkle in his game. The bench eh not so much, but what can you do. Everyone knew the bench would be thin, but loosing U.D. really exposed the deficiency.
    Still, despite the issues and the hype, this team is showing up every night. With a weakish schedule coming up and a showdown with Celts on the 10th of March. The Heat are playing cohesive, unselfish, and aggressive basketball.