Heat remain in Eastern Conference’s top tier, battled injuries and absences with great team depth
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The Heat dazzled the NBA world by making an improbable run to the NBA Finals during the bubble season of 2020 as the fifth seed but last season, after finishing sixth, Miami crashed out of the playoffs, swept by the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round.
The toll of two seasons played in a condensed period of time took its toll on the Heat, but Miami entered this season healthy and full of hope.
Unfortunately, season 2021-22 has provided its challenges as well.
Tyler Herro has elevated his game and is the clear Sixth Man of the Year favorite, but the Heat’s