Erik Spoelstra acknowledges need for improvement after Heat's 2-5 start

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra expressed the need for his team to improve defensively following a disappointing 138-117 defeat to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Heat, currently sitting at 2-5 this season, have struggled on both ends of the floor while integrating Giannis Antetokounmpo into their system. Spoelstra stated he must better maximize the talent available, particularly on defense, where the team ranks 27th in defensive rating. The Heat have 75 games remaining to establish their identity and improve their struggles on both offense and defense.

• 8:04 AMYahoo Sports — Heat’s Erik Spoelstra admits he needs to do ‘a better job’ amid disappointing 2-5 start