The Heat Are Playing Chess. Everyone Else Is Playing Checkers...

The Miami Heat have 4 undrafted players playing huge for them right now in the playoffs. How did this happen?

[@jtfc7286]

I think the most impressive thing about the Heat is that their run hasn’t even been easy - taking out Giannis and the bucks, beating a good New York side, and now 3-0 up against one of the favourites. I love the heat’s approach/mentality so much, makes tanking and being uncompetitive look at stupid as it is!

[@jamietuohy4523]

Snuck the knicks in there at the end 😂

[@carlpatrickragas2159]

They are definitely better than the Celtics. Tough luck their shooting wasn't clicking but they slightly overachieved. Hey, how about the Celtics?

[@niqowyd]

@@jamietuohy4523 Knicks were a good team this season, didn’t watch em cook the Cavs?

[@JaKingScomez]

Knicks was the weakest team In playoffs🤡 heat had the bucks a 10/10 team then a week off for the knicks

[@DissipatedTire]

@@JaKingScomez Nets???

[@neyhmor]

"The Bucks collapsed, the Knicks collapsed, the Celtics collapsed...How long until the narrative will change?" That was the best description of the situation I've seen so far. Great video. If Miami wins this chip, it will be epic!

[@mouseandkeyboard1009]

Media is trash. They don't acknowledge a team who is not their favorite to win. They will say collapsed or the stars didnt play well instead of respecting the other team.

[@billjones8950]

@@mouseandkeyboard1009 last espn video I saw was about Kyrie going to the lakers. The media are clowns. They only care about a few players/teams

[@carlpatrickragas2159]

​@@billjones8950 same with Denver. The Lakers ain't the same dog! No KCP, Dwight, Rondo and Danny Green! Reaves and Rui are the only fighters left out there!

[@phildavis277]

It is because the woke media like espn doesn't want to focus on hard work and earning things. They rather focus on the victim mentality and support the crazy alphabet people and BLM garbage.

[@rhfail4678]

The way Miami is playing right now I would say it's even money between them and Denver

[@kifujudia7856]

I have a big dilemma. I want Jokic and the Nuggets to win but when i see what this Miami Heat has achieved with so little... I dont know who to root for

[@Arcangel2992]

I’m in the same situation, I don’t know who to root for. Both teams are amazing.

[@alieniverson8139]

Ill answer that for you. The Heat

[@HoopEnthusiasts]

Just enjoy it

[@John-od8zv]

When you see this video proving the context, it really just becomes an easy answer. Rooting for a competetive series, but I want the Heat to win.

[@dead6673]

i’m just gonna enjoy great basketball and hopefully a good series i love both these teams and a ring for either means so much i can’t wait to watch

[@bigbird2240]

I just like how the heat play . They play each possession like it’s a crucial possession and don’t just jack up trash shots or shoot just because they are open . They create rhythm and flow and get the ball to the hot hands

[@Santiago_RS]

Heat Culture is different 🔥 There is real chemistry

[@adamprice3466]

​@@Santiago_RS The whole organization is on point. They run it military style. Ain't no hiding out in the club getting out of shape if you are on IR. A lot of "stars" can't handle that grind.

[@lightning1996]

You weren’t thinking these things before this playoff run…

[@bigbird2240]

@@lightning1996 I was actually and I hate how Mike brown coaches the opposite. You can look at my comment history

[@accountant3847]

😅

[@meh7348]

The fact that no one is really talking about Tyler and Victor not playing is crazy.

[@Supadupa335]

Did you hear about how many players they have who were not selected in the draft?

[@Elguapodelfuego]

I legit did not know they weren’t playing, I haven’t watched the series, I follow a lot of sports media on yt tho. That is absolutely crazy

[@justinholland6132]

Herron has been a negative in the playoffs since the 2020 finals. Thats not talked about enough. And victor is almost a black hole

[@vg1024]

and yet they'll both get rings should the Heat take it all the way

[@Tdrummer888]

@@vg1024 uhhhh. Why wouldn’t they? 😂

[@No_Budget.Builds]

I swear if Jimmy wins this chip then it'll just be a couple years until its proven he is indeed Jordans son.

[@MakeWorldGreatAgain2024]

Whether he wins this chip this year or not you know he's going to come even more hungry next year and every team in the east are going to plan for Jimmy Butler in the playoffs

[@ca20mn]

His fathers jersey up in the rafters fueling him every night 😈

[@lovepeoplehu9883]

I hope not

[@davidgonzalezgarza]

unfortunately jimmy is choking hard at the moment... first team to lose a 3-0 lead.... definitely not jordans son

[@accountant3847]

😮

[@EnglishTeacher505]

For Jimmy Butler, this would be an epic ring to earn in terms of difficulty based on teammates and competition. It compares with Dirk's.

[@Zenki8118]

An 8th-seed team with a 9-man rotation destroyed the 2023 Eastern Conference Playoffs. This is a story for the ages. I really hope that they win it all this year & that is coming from a man who lives in Denver, Colorado. It's hard not to be a fan & root for these guys.

[@jacobpintos6398]

Not just a 9 man rotation - a 9 man rotation after a starter and a rotational player got injured in the first round. I want to see them sub Haslem in to dribble the ball out before the final buzzer if they win the chip. Perfect ending to his career.

[@vladimircurkoski1455]

Jokić will destroy them because he's on the mission

[@BonesDMS4life]

@@jacobpintos6398 agreed ! He’s been around for every ring Miami has won he got picked up by the heat alot of people forget

[@oskara1991]

Well this ain’t aging well 😂

[@jacobpintos6398]

@@oskara1991 I'd give it another game. They're going back to Miami, and 99.3% of teams don't make it past game 6 after being down 0-3. If it goes 7, then I'd be worried for the heat.

[@jzax9959]

The Heat's story is so good. Every one of their players is there to win. A lot of the guys are showing that they can be great even if they weren't first round picks, and then there's Jimmy Butler who needs his ring. They're the real underdogs the the league.

[@InZomnia365]

That closing quote was great, and really puts into perspective how the media and players are biased towards percieved talent, and not the numbers that are being put up night in and night out. Its been the narrative about the Heat for years now. "Their players are playing at a higher level than you expect". No, other organizations just dont expect enough of their role players. Every player on the Miami Heat, and it seems to be the case with the Denver Nuggets as well, has the full confidence of the coaching staff and their teammates. Do what you do, put in 100% effort, and work with the team. Thats all they expect, and as long as you do that, they will let you shine.

[@Edgar-gx6yn]

Jimmy been whooping starting lineups with the “third stringers”

[@Warn_A_Brotha]

Lol like he did in the Minnesota practice 😂😂

[@jtfc7286]

I beg that the NBA gods do their thing and get Jimmy the ring…

[@Base_Supremacy]

No I would rather Jokić and Denver when their first championship. Miami franchise has many championships. Denver’s been disrespected for way too long they deserve it more. Jimmy could win the next one

[@Zflockaa_]

Jimmy not beating the nuggets they are just too depth for them

[@danielcorrea1905]

@@Base_Supremacy Bro what are you talking about. If anything it is much more likely for Denver to win one in the future then it would be for Miami. The Nuggets stars are younger the Heats championship window is almost closed. Also you’re acting like the guys from the 2013 Heat are still on the team. Nobody looks back at how many championships a franchise has they look back at which individual players have won championships. Also nobody is disrespecting the nuggets they’re just stating the facts that they haven’t proved they could make it to the Finals until this year

[@micah3922]

@@Base_Supremacy You really are psychotic

[@BrancovdBoomen]

@@danielcorrea1905 I was gonna say the exact same thing

[@ALV5252]

If Miami wins this, this has gotta be one of, if not the, hardest Chip in NBA History.

[@zinex486]

i really want to see haslem play for at least 1 minute on the court on his last game, he built the franchise to what it is today and even tho he isnt the greatest anymore. i think it would bring a smile to everyones face.

[@marq9040]

Imagine the undrafted guys staying and improving, becoming monsters in their own ways. This team would become a DYNASTY

[@robinshaul4069]

And lebron comes back,the key on his desk,pat Riley told lebron,we love him still

[@wowowee69]

Just shows how good Spoelstra is

[@steveraimee486]

A truly remarkable run already, and not over yet. The heat are playing basketball moneyball like no team ever has

[@Blindfaithpodcast]

Man, this video breakdown really got me hype. You broke it down perfectly. This run Is legacy for the mentality of this organization and Jimmy story as well. 30th pick In 2011 draft. Superstar now. - also they have 9 undrafted guys. Omer a center from Georgetown who played last night and score more than Tatum in the 4th qtrs. So far. First game of the playoffs for him. They have a next man up mentality. Plug and ball.

[@jaycayuca9866]

Fantastic documentary of Miami Heat. Great story for hollywood or netflix film. NBAs historic of the greatest undrafted players. Definitely the storyline will start at UDs career.👍

[@dxrpsy8402]

Well this didn’t age well...

[@farfel_2554]

philly fan. i hope the heat win it all. huge fan of jimmy butler and a lot of these guys deserve a ring.

[@ManoharRajanlalala]

That’s the Spole system. Most draft picks and players don’t want to play in the Spole system. Seems like it’s a perfect fit for Jimmy and the team is built around him

[@grazryan]

Win or Loss, for me Miami’s 2023 season will be a historic.

[@jesuschaidez7716]

I think much like the spurs, this team signifies how absolutely important it is to have a functional and loyal front office

[@officialthomasjames]

It’s absolutely crucial, as well as a great coaching staff. The team/organization’s culture needs to be real. Players aren’t enough, just look at the Sixers. Great roster on paper, horrible management and coaching, and absolutely no culture.

[@mahaansingh5476]

Great vid! However Eric Spolstra did not win COTY, he was the NBCA Co-coach of the year

[@dbreezertf]

Wish he did win coach of the year crazy that he never won 1

[@BUTT-HEAD666]

The Heat and Jimmy Buckets were just saving their energy for the Playoffs very impressive run for a play on team

[@ericlarson7556]

And people complain about movies that age badly!

[@ArmoredFighter1]

The Heat are something, especially when before the series people posted a 3% win probability against the Celtics and they just keep dominating game after game. They also proved the point that there are no bad players in the NBA, they are just not utilised correctly.

[@ThomasShafer-oh6to]

This didn't age well

[@alonzor557]

Great video brother thank you for covering my favorite team. Miami HEAT 4 Life 🌴🔥🏆💯😎

[@VinceLyle2161]

You know why the Heat are going to sweep the Celtics? Because Jimmy Butler is at this very moment telling the rest of the team that they only have one more opportunity to humiliate the Celtics and that they had damn well better take advantage of it. The Celtics wanted to win last night because they wanted to get to the Finals. Jimmy Butler wanted to win last night because he hates the Celtics. They are in his way, yes, but he despises everyone who isn't on the Heat. That motivation is powerful.

[@southerndiscomfort171]

on god, mans playing like he has a vendetta against everyone without a flaming basketball on their chest

[@keithrich4209]

that sounds like jordan mentality

[@VinceLyle2161]

@@keithrich4209 They're broken in the same beautiful way.

[@VinceLyle2161]

This...did not age well.

[@keithrich4209]

@@VinceLyle2161 😂😂😂

[@alejandrotrujillo6541]

Thank you for showing the heat some love!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@apollocrest]

This video was so interesting and informative. Great video!

[@poppybrosjunior]

haven't seen anyone else go deep into this angle of the story. time to sub!

[@RexFootballYT]

Incredibly well told story! Pulling for the Heat the rest of the way now.

[@_Mariama]

AMAZING VIDEO. ending with jaylen quote ❤

[@zergmare7]

I am not a Heat fan at all, but damn I am impressed with the Heat.... Jimmy is an elite player... much respect

[@arjthedoge7050]

I'm a bucks fan, don't hate on my and I'm not a bandwagon, I liked them before they won the chip, when giannis came in. Respect to the Heat and GREAT vid you deserve a mil subs :).

[@thatguywesmaranan]

from the top down, miami is just an amazing organization... arison, riley, spoelstra, coaching staff, and players...

[@STEPHEN1463]

Just to comment on the thumbnail, note that Jimmy was picked last in his draft. True underdogs all the heat are

[@danielgloyd4529]

Listening to your intro got me thinking. Imagine if someone bet money on each heat game. They would have to be up at least 30:1 by now.

[@0831fabian]

I’m up 500:1

[@MP39]

great vid, really well put together

[@keylimecookies]

I didn’t not know this about the team except the Undrafted guys going nuts, boys are hungry!!

[@kbop]

Great history lesson 👏

[@tobiajibola3877]

Love the structure of this video so much

[@ericwicker7514]

The Miami Heat are an unselfish team. They play very well. I love how they run their organization. They really care about their players. They treat people with respect. This team wants to win a championship. And, their hungry.

[@kilkys8820]

Yoooo I love your channel Man ,new here. The name is dope 🎯

[@noahbinnix5774]

My older brother played lacrosse at this tiny D2 private school in Wheeling, West Virginia. His classmate was Haywood Highsmith! Dude was a dawg and I’m thrilled to see him play so well with the Heat the past couple years!

[@MelvinJ64]

Great video!

[@Skip-Kilat]

what no one mentions is that Jimmy was selected last in the 1st round in 2011. check out the names drafted before him.

[@sandeepramesh8651]

Awesome video !

[@philmanmontero2472]

They gotta close this series! Let's Go Heat!!!

[@BrodyMKramer]

Dope video man. Can I ask what you use to edit/make thumbnails? I really want to get to a point where I’m making content related to OKC

[@drrichardwiesenhuber]

Coaching to your players strengh. Good job!

[@caro198426]

Thank you, just thank you. The last line of Brown says it all.

[@LocalSRT]

Big Miami fan since the Big3, but Denver is looking crazy at the moment. I hope it’s a close series and either team doesn’t get sweeped, it’ll be a good one for sure! Denver is in the finals for the first time..

[@thepackman44]

love you content

[@MrDCClassic]

i must admit both Teams in the Finals are really enjoyable and i like them. Nuggets and Heat both deserve the Chip so let us have a great Final!

[@melispaija1030]

4:16 "took home coach of the year"?

[@yohannessulistyo4025]

Haslem is going to be one of that guy standing beside Erik Spoelstra. There is a reason why those undrafted nobodies can confidently shot a 3 pointer during clutch minute in a playoff game. It is down to team culture and locker room atmosphere.

[@tipsy4989]

aged like fine wine

[@tajaeeast9760]

Respect 🫡 The video Love the heat vid

[@ccooper7871]

that "coach of the year" was a shared award, they didnt recognize him as the best. the recognized him as tied for best...its pathetic how much the league disrespects him

[@b4lhighlights181]

first yessir love your videos bro

[@JGRG07]

Bulls fan here. I'm rooting for the Heat. I would love to see Jimmy Buckets get a ring

[@robinshaul4069]

I asked Jimmy butler to come to the heat when he was playing with rose,thank for the bulls and the greatness of Jimmy, Michael Jordan.Go heat for the championship ❤🎉

[@cmortonwvu]

Pat Riley has been great evaluating talent, building teams and convincing players to play for his teams.

[@christopherjackson7177]

I'll say what nobody wants to admit; Herro getting hurt is addition by subtraction. Eliminated a huge hole on defense.

[@bigbird2240]

Herro and oledipo was holding them back

[@cheesewrapper9498]

Erik went to my school and I’m friends with his nephew. My biggest flex

[@adamholt929]

The thumbnail on this video made me laugh way too hard. Everyone marked undrafted or waived. Then just jimmy butler

[@user-wx5zf7tz3k]

Let's go another JimmerRange banger

[@dylanvarg9175]

Great video! Heat on 4

[@muvzyhoops]

the thumbnail is nuts!!! 🫡

[@lydiac5374]

We are probably gonna witness the very moment here in nba, whereby a 8th seed took the champion for the 1st time in nba history.

[@christopherjackson7177]

This is about to be the most wholesome NBA Finals we could've got.

[@Numbnuts007]

Miami is doing the exact same thing with Tampa Bay Rays are doing. It's literally the exact same. Just like in moneyball, you buy the players that will get you the most bases, and those bases then lead to runs. It's just smart!

[@kentymashmilo758]

Miami heat developement culture is so good

[@dennisgodman9732]

Great video

[@JosephM4316]

I'm so excited for this Nuggets vs Heat finals.

[@robinshaul4069]

You know I watched them in the post season and they play so close together,it would be a super championship.

[@custom-r]

You know, if more talk from mainstream media was more like "This team is doing really well" MUCH MORE often than saying what the other team isn't doing, it could maybe motivate the others (who i know watch mainstream media) to try to outdo the praised team. It's a small thing but if someone overhears what's working they'll want to emulate it. If all they hear is "collapsed, wrecked, ruined," all the dang time, of course they're going to come into the arena feeling like they can't win, because the narrative is al they hear. And they're being asked to put it out. It's really not as easy as it sounds.

[@justkeiyu8718]

Nice video!

[@86ajmn]

Great video son, the NBA owes you money.

[@vinniechan]

Pat Riley doesn't tolerate BS from players Also got to appreciate Spoelstra He has proven himself coaching players with strong character like LeBron as well as a rag tag bunch of under dogs like the current rosta with Jimmy and Co

[@brandoncollins4718]

Jimmy and the backups

[@nogragra]

I'm happy seeing my Nigerian brother Gabe Vincent Start for a championship caliber team. Go Heat!

[@robinshaul4069]

This man help the heat beat the Celtics two years ago,pray his ankle will be ok for game 6,if so say goodbye to Boston ❤😮

[@nogragra]

@@robinshaul4069 Amen. I think the heat will be a tougher matchup for Denver in the finals.

[@themandohunter3969]

I’m convinced that undrafted players are just hidden gems cause they have so much hunger and need to prove themselves and to make the league

[@rkymtnchi503]

It was a great run, boys...but if there's anyone playing chess here, it's Denver

[@America1st2025]

12:19 💯 The Celtics are full of themselves

[@tankotee9755]

Miami Heat are going to have to play chess like Stockfish. Denver Nuggets will be a formidable opponent. The experts are tipping Denver in 4 games, but I think the result will be a lot closer and could go either way.

[@AM-rp8xn]

They are playing TEAM BASKETBALL. Straight up.

[@jojetparedes4024]

and yet, mainstream media still wants to talk about how the Celtics coaching staff failed to make adjustments than stating the obvious about how great the Heat organization has handled their season amidst all the injuries....

[@edwardvicente7742]

Heat are the blue collar team of the NBA. Go Heat 💪🏼

[@bryantsmith9176]

Miami heat needs an anime.

[@knnkidss]

This is how the grizzly thought they was

[@milehighgambler]

As Nuggets fan, I'm hoping for a great game. They will beat the Celtics, and advance to the finals. Denver waiting Miami!!! May the best team win!!!

[@Slowhobolicker]

This aged well

[@andrewpolito9244]

8 undrafted players, wow seems like a something I would try and do as a challenge in a video game

[@Emc4421]

Hey man, where do you get all the college footage?

[@norbertomanuel3512]

I am praying for the Heat to make history. With god their isnothiing impossible. Keep on praying. Godbless all.

[@zachemorgan]

shooting is such a mental/feel thing that the team being a run can improve robinsons confidence and make his % rise.