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Bosh: Danny Green 'Won't Be Open' In Game 6

Danny Green has set the record for most three-pointers made in an NBA Finals series, but Chris Bosh was adamant the Miami Heat will limit the San Antonio Spurs guard's open looks in Game 6 on Tuesday.

"[Green] won't be open tonight," Bosh said.

Tony Parker said after Game 5 that he could not believe the Heat continued to give Green open shots.

In Green's mind, if the Heat crowd him more in Game 6, it will lead to additional driving lanes for Parker and Manu Ginobili.

"You have to give up something," Green said, according to David Aldridge of NBA.com.

Via Joseph Goodman/Miami Herald

Game 5 Draws 11.5 Rating

The NBA Finals averaged more than 16 million viewers during Game 5 on Sunday.

The game peaked at one point with 19.3 million viewers.

With an 11.5 rating in Game 5, viewership was down 9.5 percent from when the Miami Heat beat the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the title.

The series is averaging a 9.0 rating.

Via RealGM Staff Report

Spoelstra: Coaching Turnover 'A Terrible State' For NBA

With 12 of the 30 NBA teams changing coaches since the end of the regular season, Erik Spoelstra ripped the coaching turnover that has gone on, calling it a "terrible state for the profession right now."

"[For] true success in the NBA, you must have consistency of culture," he said. "When you see that type of turnover over and over and over, it's impossible to create any kind of sustainable consistent culture. And we don't see it as a coincidence."

Spoelstra compared the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs as two organizations that have stability starting at the coaching spot.

"San Antonio has been the same way for 15 years with Pop in charge," Spoelstra said. "We don't see it as coincidence.

"I think it's really a shame for the profession of coaching that it's been so volatile. But I'm also very grateful that our organization doesn't behave in that manner."

Via Marc J. Spears/Yahoo! Sports

Wade: Game 5 Will Be Best Of NBA Finals

Dwyane Wade scored 32 points in a resurgent performance for him and the Miami Heat's big three on Thursday, and he believes Game 5 will be the best game of this NBA Finals series.

"I think Game 5 should be the best game of the series," Dwyane Wade said. "Both teams should come out knowing each other, knowing what each other want to do, and it should be a very good game."

The Heat and San Antonio Spurs are tied 2-2 heading into Game 5.

"Game 5 is going to be a big game," Chris Bosh said. "I think we just have to stay in the place that we're in."

Via Brian Mahoney/Associated Press

Bosh Has No Desire To Lead Non-Contending Team

Chris Bosh admitted he sometimes struggles to accept his supporting role with the Miami Heat.

But he said there is no desire to be the leading man in a lesser situation.

"To be honest with you, I don't want to be the man, like in Milwaukee, no disrespect to Milwaukee," Bosh said. "But I like Miami. There's certain things that you have to go through and give up, and I'm in the process of trying to master my role."

Bosh tends to be the name most often mentioned when it comes to the Heat's position against the luxury tax.

"It's something that you can't ever overcome," Bosh said of being the third wheel in the Heat's hierarchy but the team's leading man on the rumor mill. "So why should you even try to prove people wrong? I just play the game."

Via Ira Winderman/South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Tony Parker 'Ready To Go' For Game 4

After suffering a Grade 1 hamstring strain, Tony Parker will play in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

“I’ll be ready to go," Parker said at Thursday morning's shootaround.

The Spurs will look to take a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Miami Heat.

“Same as any other player,” Gregg Popovich said of Parker. “I want him to do his job.”

Via Dan McCarney/San Antonio Express-News

Bosh Plans To Remain With Heat For Remainder Of Career

Chris Bosh is putting his 12,368-square-foot home in Miami on the market.

Bosh said that the decision is not basketball-related and is for his family.

"I'm in Miami for the rest of my career," Bosh said. "I plan to be there. I plan to retire there. I plan to win hopefully a lot more championships there. So that's where home is."

Bosh has the right to opt out of his contract following the 13-14 season.

Via Ira Winderman/Sun Sentinel

Game 3 Draws Lowest Overnight Finals Rating Since 2009

ABC drew a 10.0 overnight rating for its coverage of Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs.

The 10.0 rating was the lowest for any Finals game since 2009 when the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated the Orlando Magic in Game 5 (9.4).

Game 3 in 2012 between the Heat and Oklahoma City Thunder drew a 10.4 rating, while Game 3 in 2011 between the Heat and Dallas Mavericks drew an 11.1.

TNT drew a 7.1 rating for Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Via Sports Media Watch

Spoelstra Expects Battier To Have Impact In Finals

Shane Battier has played just 11 minutes in the NBA Finals after averaging more than 20 in the previous 15 playoff games, but Erik Spoelstra is adamant the Miami Heat forward is still part of his rotation.

“You get to the playoffs and it’s whatever it takes,” Spoelstra said. “He still has an opportunity to have an impact in this series.

“Where I had Mike (Miller) right here in Chicago and Indiana, that’s where I have Shane. He’s the next man up. There will be his moments in this series."

Battier has missed five of six shots in the series' first two games.

“Where I had Mike (Miller) right here in Chicago and Indiana, that’s where I have Shane,” Spoelstra said. “He’s the next man up. There will be his moments in this series” - See more at: http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/heatzone/2013/06/11/erik-spoelstra-says-he-hasnt-buried-shane-battier/#sthash.OcW2RrmA.dpuf
“You get to the playoffs and it’s whatever it takes,” Spoelstra said. “He still has an opportunity to have an impact in this series.” - See more at: http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/heatzone/2013/06/11/erik-spoelstra-says-he-hasnt-buried-shane-battier/#sthash.OcW2RrmA.dpuf
“You get to the playoffs and it’s whatever it takes,” Spoelstra said. “He still has an opportunity to have an impact in this series.” - See more at: http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/heatzone/2013/06/11/erik-spoelstra-says-he-hasnt-buried-shane-battier/#sthash.OcW2RrmA.dpuf
“You get to the playoffs and it’s whatever it takes,” Spoelstra said. “He still has an opportunity to have an impact in this series.” - See more at: http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/heatzone/2013/06/11/erik-spoelstra-says-he-hasnt-buried-shane-battier/#sthash.OcW2RrmA.dpuf
“You get to the playoffs and it’s whatever it takes,” Spoelstra said. “He still has an opportunity to have an impact in this series.” - See more at: http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/heatzone/2013/06/11/erik-spoelstra-says-he-hasnt-buried-shane-battier/#sthash.OcW2RrmA.dpuf
Via Ethan Skolnick/Palm Beach Post

Spurs' Game-Plan Could Lead To LeBron Averaging Triple-Double For Series

The NBA has only had 10 players average a triple-double in a playoff series, with only Jason Kidd completing the feat in the past 20 years.

No player has ever averaged a triple-double in The Finals.

LeBron James enters Game 3 averaging 17.5 points, 13 rebounds and 8.5 assists.

The San Antonio Spurs appear to have built their defensive scheme against the Miami Heat around forcing James to be more of a passer than a scorer.

“What I do know is sharing the ball is contagious, and it allows everyone to feel involved in the offense,” James said. “For me personally, I know I attract a lot of attention. This team has been set up the right way where when I do attract attention, we have guys that can make plays.” 

Via Brian Windhorst/ESPN

Miami Heat Archives

Heat Become 13th NBA Team With Single Affiliate D-League Team

The Heat are partnering with the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

Mike Miller Feels Healthy Enough To Extend NBA Career

Mike Miller is feeling fresh for the NBA Finals and has the health to extend his NBA career.

Agent: Bosh Was Key Guy In Formation Of Big 3

When LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh became free agents in 2010, it was the latter that may have had the most impactful role in their decision to all sign with the Heat.

Stern: Other Than Miami, Owners Like Luxury Tax Implications

The union of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh on the Heat has coincided with an increase in television viewership and the general popularity of the NBA

Ray Allen Feels Vindication In Signing With Heat

Ray Allen believes his third NBA Finals appearance brings vindication.

TNT Has Largest Audience In History With Game 7

TNT's coverage of Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals drew a record 11.5 million viewers.

Riley Nearly Picked Kaman Over Wade In Draft

Pat Riley was sold on the practice of going small by Erik Spoelstra, though it went against his commonly believed notions of how to win in the NBA.

Bosh Apologized To Teammates Following Game 6

Chris Bosh has a PER of 11.8 in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Arison Don't Believe LeBron, Wade, Bosh Have Any Plans Set For 2014

With LeBron James eligible to opt out of his contract in 2014, speculation has already begun in the media of whether he will remain with the Heat.
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