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Miami Heat lose to Denver Nuggets 94-89 miss out on NBA Finals title
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For Heat, the legend of 'Playoff Jimmy' continues to grow
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Heat roll past Celtics 128-102, take 3-0 lead in Eastern Conference finals – KGET 17
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NBA fan moments: Erik Spoelstra enjoyed team joining 'Fire Spo' chants
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Schedule emphasizes player rest and travel
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Outclassed Miami look no match for the better team and the best player, NBA finals
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The Heat's Secret Sauce, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Heat rip Bucks 130-117 in Game 1; Giannis, Herro injured
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NBA playoffs - 'You have to be cut from the cloth' - The embodiments of Miami Heat culture - ESPN
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Miami Heat head coach opens up on 'special relationship' fuelling NBA championship bid, NBA, Sport
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The Miami Heat roar back in Game 2 to tie the Denver Nuggets in NBA Finals
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Martin helps Heat to 103-84 Game 7 win over Celtics and spot in NBA Finals