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Miami Heat Face Knicks Seeking to End Seven-Game Losing Streak

Coach Erik Spoelstra emphasizes process and team spirit as the Heat struggle to regain footing in a challenging season.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) handles the ball ahead of Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) and center Kel'el Ware (7) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Overview

  • The Miami Heat enter their matchup against the New York Knicks with a 29-38 record and a seven-game losing streak, their longest of the season.
  • Coach Erik Spoelstra has called for the team to focus on rebuilding habits and maintaining collective spirit despite recent lopsided losses.
  • The team is grappling with roster challenges following Jimmy Butler's trade to the Golden State Warriors, leaving Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo with limited support.
  • Players, including Kyle Anderson and Andrew Wiggins, have expressed a commitment to working together to find solutions and turn the season around.
  • With 15 games remaining, the Heat are vying for a spot in the play-in tournament and view Monday's game as an opportunity to reset momentum.