It’s been a decade since the Miami Heat started the season 6-1. Unless things go dreadfully wrong tonight in American Airlines Arena, that long drought will be over.
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In their last matchup with the Washington Wizards nearly a week ago, the Heat were coming off a disappointing 104-96 loss to the Phoenix Suns in which they saw their stifling defense shredded in the fourth quarter by the perennial All-Star and two-time MVP guard Steve Nash for 25 of his 30 points.
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The Heat redeemed themselves that night in Washington as Dwyane Wade scored 40 points and his teammates helped return Miami to their defensive ways, as they defeated the Wizards 93-89.
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Their defense was on display full force two nights later as they held two of the previously unbeaten Denver Nuggets†...
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