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Head coach Eric Spolstra’s remarks post-game did little to calm the tempest surrounding the franchise. Calling the series "humbling" and "embarrassing," Spolstra acknowledged the Cavaliers as a superior team, but the implication was clear: a disconnect existed between the team's expectations and their reality. This type of reflection from a coach could signal turmoil in the leadership structure, with implications that extend all the way to Riley as the president of basketball operations.
While his honesty is commendable, Spolstra’s comments hint at a broader, systemic problem: Are the Heat truly equipped to compete at the highest level?