The Athletic NBA Daily Rockets fight back, Shai Returns, and what is the Heat’s future?
Feb 27, 2026
Wes Goldberg, host of Locked On Heat and Locked On NBA Daily, offers concise Miami Heat analysis and roster perspective. He discusses the Heat’s loss to the Sixers and its playoff implications. He breaks down Miami’s turnovers, offensive rebounding, Bam and KZ’s minute dynamics, Tyler Herro’s bench role, and whether the current offense can be a long-term ceiling.
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Rockets Turn Game With Third Quarter 21-0 Run
- The Rockets' third-quarter 21-0 run decided the game against Orlando despite Magic control early on.
- Reed Sheppard, Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, Aaron Okogie, and Tari Eason broke the game open and Sheppard's spacing was crucial late.
Rockets Look Good On Paper But Lack Coherent Rotation Rhythm
- Houston is a good 37-21 team but struggles to find rhythm when all key players share the floor together.
- Their on-court plus/minus with Sengun, Thompson, and Durant is only modest (+6), highlighting spacing and role issues.
Shai Returns For Must-See Thunder Vs Nuggets
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returned to the Thunder after nine games out with an abdominal strain for a national TV game vs Denver.
- Oklahoma City missed key pieces like AJ Mitchell and Jalen Williams but expected SGA's consistent scoring boost.