"So even though Spoelstra talked about being more up-tempo this season, Miami emerged from the preseason with a putrid-looking offense and a roster that didn't seem to have any real answers beyond Norman Powell. On Monday, Powell was out with a groin injury. Combined with Tyler Herro and Kasparas Jakucionis also continuing to be out, the Heat were forced to start Summer League star Pelle Larsson. The end result was 144 points and a slew of Heat fans looking around, going, "Is this real life?""
"The Heat lead the NBA in points per game and are 4th in three-point shooting after trading away one of its best three-point shooters. Despite a lack of size on the roster, Miami is also top ten in defensive rebounding percentage and is middle of the pack in offensive rebounding percentage. Emblematic of Spoelstra pushing all the right buttons to open the new season, Jaime Jaquez Jr. came off the bench to score 28 points on Monday and have a plus/minus of +43."
Miami began the 2025-26 season with significant doubts after a winless preseason and low expectations. Injuries sidelined Norman Powell, Tyler Herro and Kasparas Jakucionis, forcing Pelle Larsson into the starting lineup. The team scored 144 points in a blowout of Charlotte, reflecting a suddenly elite offense. The Heat lead the NBA in points per game and rank fourth in three-point shooting despite trading a top shooter. Miami also ranks top ten in defensive rebounding percentage and middle in offensive rebounding. Jaime Jaquez Jr. provided a major boost off the bench with 28 points and a +43 plus/minus.
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