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Miami Heat face questions about two-point shooting strategy ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Miami Heat face questions about two-point shooting strategy ahead of season

Summary

The Miami Heat's shooting strategy draws scrutiny as they explore options to improve their three-point volume. Questions arise regarding the potential signing of DeMar DeRozan, but concerns persist about relying too heavily on two-point shots. Coach Erik Spoelstra previously mentioned the challenges of competing against teams that shoot threes effectively. As the offseason continues, how the Heat address these shooting dynamics remains to be seen.

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Key Details

•Heat consider signing DeMar DeRozan as they evaluate roster options.
•Coach Erik Spoelstra emphasizes the need for a better three-point strategy.
•Previous challenges included competing against teams with strong three-point shooting.
•Focus on both Tyler Herro’s and other players' shooting efficiency is key.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — ASK IRA: Could too many two-point shooters become a Miami Heat issue?

What they're saying

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Q: Ira, why not just sign DeMar DeRozan and call it a day, leaving open the other spot to see what happens? – Eddy. A: That certainly is an option. But let’s also reflect back for a bit of perspective. It was only a couple of years back when Erik Spoelstra noted how the Heat were facing an uphill battle by countering opposing threes with twos. That led to the emphasis on more of Tyler Herro’s ...
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