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In the Knick of Time With just seconds left in the quarter, point guard Mike James drives past the three point line to score a quick two before the buzzer sounds in Madison Square Garden. AVI | MOV

"Dunkonia" Once Caron Butler steals the ball from the Pistons, he finds Vladimir Stepania on the other end for the easy two. AVI | MOV

"Grant's Lane" Brian Grant takes advantage of a Phoenix defensive miscue to score easily on January 22nd. AVI | MOV

"Emphatic Slam" After Eddie Jones comes up with the steal from Reggie Miller, it's up to Caron to send it home. AVI | MOV

"With 4.5 on the Clock" Where were you when time was winding down in the Knicks game? Watch the exciting ending to the January 29th victory! AVI | MOV

"Smashing Pick & Roll" As soon as Brian Grant set the pick for guard Eddie Jones, he finds himself all alone in the paint for the two-handed slammer. AVI | MOV

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HEAT @ Raptors Apr. 15th, 2003

Miami completed a regular season sweep of Toronto in the HEAT’s regular season finale, defeating the Raptors 103-99 at the Air Canada Centre. Rasual Butler led the HEAT with 19 points, followed by 15 points from Mike James and 13 points from LaPhonso Ellis. Malik Allen chipped in with 11 points to round out Miami’s double-figure scorers. Ken Johnson led the HEAT in rebounding with 10 boards to go along with his eight points. The HEAT shot 47 percent from the field (40-of-85), 40 percent from the three-point line (6-of-15) and 85 percent from the free-throw line (17-of-20). Raptors-HEAT video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Celtics Apr. 13th, 2003

Paul Pierce scored 32 points and Antoine Walker added 24 as the Boston Celtics held on late to defeat the HEAT 94-86 in the final regular season home game for Miami. With the win, Boston evened the season series at two games apiece, by winning the last two. Miami won the first two meetings 91-81 and 90-70. Caron Butler led Miami with his 22nd 20-point scoring effort, after connecting on 5-of-11 from the field including one three-pointer and a perfect 9-of-9 from the free-throw line. He also extended his consecutive steals streak to 16 games after recording three. In addition to Butler, LaPhonso Ellis chipped in with 10 points, including a team-high nine rebounds, followed by 10 points from Rasual Butler. Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Wizards Apr. 11th, 2003

Despite Caron Butler’s 19 points, it was not enough to starve off Michael Jordan and Washington Wizards as the HEAT 91-87 at AmercianAirlines Arena. The game marked the final time that Jordan would play in Miami again. Prior to the game, the HEAT honored him by retiring his number 23 and hanging a split jersey depicting the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards. Jordan finished with 25 points with 23 of them coming in the first half. Washington had four other players reach double-figure scoring including Larry Hughes (13 points), Christian Laettner (13 points), Kwame Brown (12 points) and Tyronn Lue (12 points). In addition to Caron Butler, Rasual Butler and Eddie House chipped in with 10 points each. Friday’s attendance of 20,152 was the largest home crowd in HEAT history as well as the largest crowd for any event at the AmercianAirlines Arena. Wizards-HEAT video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Raptors Apr. 8th, 2003

Brian Grant scored 16 points and pulled down 10 rebounds to lead the Miami HEAT to a 89-83 victory over the Toronto Raptors at AmericanAirlines Arena. Grant connected on 7-of-11 shot attempts and 2-of-2 from the charity stripe. It was his 31st doubledouble this season and 79th with the franchise. The win snaps a five game losing streak for the HEAT, who recorded its 24th win of the season. In addition to Grant, rookie Caron Butler scored 12 points, followed by 11 points from Rasual Butler and 10 points from LaPhonso Ellis. Vladimir Stepania led Miami in rebounding with 12 boards, while Anthony Carter recorded his fifth double-figure assist game with 10. Raptors-HEAT video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Pacers Apr. 6th, 2003

Indiana placed five players in double-figures, including 15 points off the bench from Jonathan Bender as the Pacers defeated the HEAT 90-69 at Conseco Fieldhouse. In addition to Bender, Ron Artest scored 13 points, followed by Jermaine O’Neal’s 12 points. Brad Miller and Reggie Miller each scored 11 points, while Jamaal Tinsley and Al Harrington each chipped in with eight points. Miami was led in scoring by Mike James, who netted 19 points off the bench. Brian Grant recorded his 30th double-double of the season after scoring 15 points and pulling down 10 rebounds. HEAT-Pacers video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Nets Apr. 4th, 2003

New Jersey guard Jason Kidd scored a game-high 30 points, while dishing out eight assists with three steals to lead the Nets to a 99-83 victory over the HEAT. The win marked the first-ever sweep for New Jersey over Miami, who have now dropped seven of its last eight meetings with the Nets. Richard Jefferson scored 18 points and Rodney Rogers added 12 points, while Kerry Kittles chipped in with 11 points to round out the double-figure scorers. Brian Grant and Caron Butler led the HEAT in scoring with 23 and 15 points respectively, while Eddie House tossed in 10 points off the bench. HEAT-Nets video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Celtics Apr. 2nd, 2003

The Boston Celtics led from start to finish on Wednesday, handing the HEAT a 90-62 defeat at the Fleet Center. It was the sixth straight loss on the road for Miami, who have now dropped eight of its last 11 games. Paul Pierce led the Celtics with 28 points, followed by 11 points from Antoine Walker and 10 points from Tony Delk. Miami was led by Caron Butler’s 18 points and Vladimir Stepania’s 10 points. Stepania also pulled down 11 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season. Brian Grant recorded his 44th double-figure rebounding game with 12 boards, to go along with his six points. HEAT-Celtics video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Bucks Mar. 31st, 2003

Sam Cassell and Gary Payton scored 20 points each on Monday, as the Milwaukee Bucks slipped past the HEAT 91-86 at the AmericanAirlines Arena. Cassell scored 12 of his 20 points in the Bucks 17-6 game-clinching run. Eddie House scored a season-high 21 points off the bench to lead all HEAT scorers, followed by 15 points from Rasual Butler and Brian Grant. Vladimir Stepania chipped in with 11 points. Grant and Stepania also recorded double-doubles and set a new franchise mark for rebounds in a half, adding 10 rebounds each after two quarters. Grant finished with a game-high 17 rebounds, while Stepania finished with 13 boards respectively. HEAT-Bucks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Bucks Mar. 30th, 2003

Gary Payton and Sam Cassell scored 24 and 23 points respectively on Sunday, as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Miami HEAT 109-87 at the Bradley Center. In addition to Payton and Cassell, the Bucks had four other players reach double-figures including 18 points from Toni Kukoc, 14 points from Michael Redd. Desmond Mason and Tim Thomas chipped in with 11 and 10 points respectively. Milwaukee jump out to a 18 point deficit in the first quarter and went into halftime leading by 13. The Bucks shot a sizzling 51 percent from the field on 41-of-80 shot attempts, including nine three-pointers (9-of-17). Milwaukee also outrebounded the HEAT 48-28. Caron Butler led Miami with 24 points, after connecting on 8-of-10 from the field and 2-of-2 from the three-point line. HEAT-Bucks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Timberwolves Mar. 28th, 2003

Caron Butler scored a career-high 35 points on 15-of-22 shooting from the field, including seven assists and four steals as the Miami HEAT rolled past the Minnesota Timberwolves 111-84 at the AmericanAirlines Arena. The HEAT erased an early 16-point deficit after scoring only 19 points in the first quarter. Minnesota led after the first period 35-19, but stood idle as Miami put up 29 points in the second period to close the score to 49-48 at halftime. The HEAT shot a sizzling 62 percent from the field, connecting on 46-of-74 shot attempts that included five three-pointers. The 15 field goals and seven assists were also career-high marks for Butler, who moved into third place on the HEAT’s all-time scoring list for rookies. Butler also extended his consecutive games streak of double-figure scoring to 22 straight games. In addition to Butler, the HEAT got double-figure scoring from Eddie House (18 points), Mike James (15 points), Vladimir Stepania (12 points), Brian Grant (11 points), Malik Allen (10 points) and Anthony Carter (10 points). Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Bulls Mar. 26th, 2003

In search of a regular season sweep of the Chicago Bulls, the Miami HEAT could not overcome a dismal 29 percent shooting effort, falling 82-74 at the United Center on Wednesday. Miami connected on just 23-of-78 shot attempts, despite Caron Butler’s 6-of-11 shooting effort for a team-high 16 points. For Butler, it was his sixth consecutive game of shooting 50 percent or better from the field and 21st consecutive double-figure scoring game. The HEAT fell behind by 11 points after the first quarter (29-18) and trailed by as many as 19 points. Miami managed to cut the deficit to 10 points on a number of occasions but could never manage to put a string of baskets together. Eddie House scored 15 points off the bench, followed by Sean Lampley with 10 points. HEAT-Bulls video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Timberwolves Mar. 25th, 2003

The HEAT ran into one of the hottest teams in the NBA on Tuesday, falling to the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-91 at the Target Center. T-Wolves forwards Kevin Garnett and Wally Szczerbiak scored 26 points each to pace Minnesota, while guard Troy Hudson poured in 17 points. The HEAT were led by Caron Butler, who scored 21 points on 7-of-14 shooting from the field, recorded his 19th game with 20-or-more points, setting a new HEAT record for rookies. It was also his 20th consecutive double-figure scoring game, the longest streak of the season for him in that category. Miami was out rebounded in the game by 19 boards (52-33), also a season high. The previous high was 18, set on Feb. 11 versus New Orleans. In addition to Butler, the HEAT got double-figure scoring from LaPhonso Ellis (13 points), Malik Allen (11 points), Eddie House (11 points) and Brian Grant (10 points). HEAT-Timberwolves video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Magic Mar. 23rd, 2003

Tracy McGrady scored 21 of his game high 37 points in the first quarter, as the Orlando Magic defeated the Miami HEAT 96-74 at the AmericanAirlines Arena. With the win, Orlando sweeps Miami for the first time in the history of the interstate rivalry. Miami still leads the all-time series 30-25. Caron Butler scored 19 points to lead Miami, while Eddie House and Travis Best chipped in with 13 and 10 points respectively. McGrady started his barrage with a one-handed dunk that preceded five three-pointers to give the Magic a 32-23 advantage after the first quarter. Orlando would outscore Miami in the second quarter 23-19 and went into halftime leading 55-42. Miami trailed by as many as 25 points in the second half and never got any closer than 19 points. HEAT-Magic video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Raptors Mar. 21st, 2003

Caron Butler scored 22 points and the other Butler, Rasual added 18 points as the HEAT steamrolled the Toronto Raptors 107-98 at AmericanAirlines Arena. The win snapped a six-game home losing streak for Miami, who also got 18 points from Malik Allen off the bench. Brian Grant scored 12 points and pulled down 10 rebounds for his 28th double-double, while Sean Lampley chipped in with 11 points. The HEAT tied its season high of 33 points in the second quarter and went into halftime leading 55-45. Miami and Toronto played even in the third quarter and held off a late Raptors rally to record it first home win since defeating the Washington Wizards on March 2nd. Travis Best scored nine points and dished out eight assists as the HEAT got a season high 53 points from its bench. Miami shot 53 percent from the field on 43-of-80 shot attempts including six three-pointers (6-of-13). The 53 bench points was the most bench points scored by the HEAT since April 18, 2001, when they scored 54 points at Orlando. HEAT-Raptors video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Magic Mar. 19th, 2003

The Miami HEAT used its fourteenth different starting line-up on Wednesday versus the Orlando but that wasn’t enough as the Magic cruised to a 109-93 victory at TD-Waterhouse Centre. Vladimir Stepania started at power forward in place of Malik Allen, while Anthony Carter and Rasual Butler started in the backcourt for Miami, who have now lost eight of its last 10 games. Caron Butler led Miami with 20 points, followed by Brian Grant’s 17 points. Stepania and Allen added 12 points, while Carter chipped in with 10 points. Carter also dished out a team high eight assists. HEAT-Magic video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Sixers Mar. 18th, 2003

Allen Iverson scored 32 points, connecting on 13-of-25 shot attempts in leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 103-83 win over the HEAT at AmericanAirlines Arena. With Tuesday’s win, Philadelphia recorded their first regular season sweep of Miami since the 1989-90 season. The Sixers shot a sizzling 55 percent from the field on 43-of-77 shot attempts, including an even hotter percentage from the three-point line at 63 percent (7-of-11). HEAT rookie Caron Butler scored a career-high 26 points to lead Miami, who fell behind 28-18 after the first quarter. No other HEAT starter reached double figure scoring and only Vladimir Stepania’s 14 points represented the HEAT’s next highest scorer off the bench. Brian Grant pulled down 11 rebounds, but scored only eight points. HEAT-Sixers video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Wizards Mar. 15th, 2003

Jerry Stackhouse scored 37 points connecting on 11-of-22 from the field and 14-of-15 from the free-throw line, as the Washington Wizards held on to defeat the HEAT 89-82. Miami had five players reach double-figure scoring on Saturday, including 16 points from Brian Grant and Travis Best. Grant also pulled down 11 rebounds for his 27 double-double of the season. In addition to Grant and Best, the HEAT also got double-figure scoring from Caron Butler (14 points), Malik Allen (14 points) and Rasual Butler (10 points). HEAT-Wizards video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Hornets Mar. 14th, 2003

HEAT rookie Caron Butler tied his career-high with 25 points and Vladimir Stepania added a season-high 17 points on Friday, but it wasn’t enough, as Miami fell to the New Orleans Hornets 87-83 at AmericanAirlines Arena. Former HEAT players Jamal Mashburn (21 points) and P.J. Brown (20 points) led the Hornets, who have now won seven straight over Miami. Butler scored 15 points and Stepania had 11 points in the first half as the HEAT shot a sizzling 52 percent from the field connecting on 22-of-42 shot attempts, while jumping out to a 48-40 lead. Miami led by as many as 10 points with two minutes into the third quarter, but shot just 33 percent the rest of the way. HEAT-Hornets video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Cavs Mar. 11th, 2003

Mike James sank two free throws with four-tenths of a second remaining to secure a 77-75 win for the HEAT over the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Gund Arena. With 2.3 seconds left in regulation and scored tied at 75-75, Miami ran a play for James just outside the three-point line where he drew a foul on the Cavaliers Ricky Davis. James hit two of three from the charity stripe to end the HEAT’s six game road losing streak. Twenty-six seconds earlier, James missed two free throws that would have given the HEAT a two point lead. Travis Best scored 16 points to lead Miami, while Caron Butler and Vladimir Stepania chipped in with 13 points apiece. Stepania also grabbed 11 rebounds for his fifth double-double of the season. James and Rasual Butler scored 10 points each to round out the HEAT’s double-figure scorers. HEAT-Cavs video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Jazz Mar. 10th, 2003

Caron Butler scored 19 of his 24 points on Monday in the third quarter, but no other HEAT player reached doublefigures, as Miami fell to the Utah Jazz 83-73 at AmericanAirlines Arena. It was the eighth loss in 10 games for the HEAT, who has now dropped four straight at home. Miami shot just 32 percent from the field on 27-of-82 shot attempts and an even dismal mark from the three-point arc, connecting on just four with 24 attempts. HEAT guards Travis Best (3-of-13 FG), Rasual Butler (2-of-15 FG) and Mike James (3-of-12 FG) combined to shoot 8-of-40 from the field and 1-of-17 from three-point land. Miami trailed 39-30 at halftime and fell behind by as many as 15 points in third quarter. With 7:21 left in the period and the Jazz leading 48-41, HEAT head coach Pat Riley was whistled for two technical fouls and was ejected after Brian Grant was called for his fourth personal foul. Utah opened up a 15-point advantage by the 2:10 mark and never looked back. Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Nuggets Mar. 8th, 2003

Denver placed five players in double-figures on Saturday, including 19 points from Junior Harrington, as the Nuggets defeated the HEAT 98-92. Nene Hilario (16 points), Juwan Howard (12 points), Shammond Williams (11 points) and Predrag Savovic (10 points) rounded out the double-figure scorers for the Nuggets. Saturday’s win was also the first for Denver at AmercianAirlines Arena, where they are now 1-3. Only the Golden State Warriors (0-4) have never won a game at the arena. Denver shot a sizzling 50 percent from the field on 38-of-76 shot attempts. Miami was led in scoring by Rasual Butler, who recorded his second consecutive 20-plus points game with 22. Mike James scored 14 points off the bench, while Brian Grant recorded his sixth consecutive double-double with 16 points and 16 rebounds. Caron Butler and Malik Allen each chipped in with 11 points. HEAT-Nuggets video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Mavericks Mar. 7th, 2003

Miami controlled Friday night’s game for three quarters, leading 44-36 at halftime and 66-58 late into the third quarter, but the Dallas Mavericks scored the final eight points of the period to forge a a 66-66 tie into the final frame and eventually held on to defeat the HEAT 91-89 at AmericanAirlines Arena. Dallas led by nine points with two minutes to play before Miami closed to within one point with three seconds remaining. Mike James, who scored nine of his career-high 20 points in the quarter, spearheaded the Miami comeback. The HEAT pulled to within two points after Caron Butler made a lay-up to close the score to 88-86 with 1:02 left to play. On the ensuing possession for the Mavericks, Michael Finley missed two consecutive jump shots. After a mad scurry for the basketball on the second miss, Butler pulled down the rebound and raced to the other end of the floor in an attempt to tie the game with 14 seconds left to play. Dallas guard Steve Nash stepped in and drew an offensive foul on Butler. Nash made two free-throws to extend the Mavericks lead to 90-86 with 10 seconds to play after the HEAT had to foul. On the next play James was fouled trying to attempt a three-point shot and connected on all three attempts to pull the HEAT to within one point with three seconds on the clock. The HEAT had to foul Nash again, but he made only one of two, giving Miami one last shot at a tie or win. With less than two seconds remaining HEAT forward Malik Allen’s jump shot rimmed in and out as time expired. HEAT-Mavs video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Bucks Mar. 4th, 2003

Milwaukee guards Gary Payton and Sam Cassell combined to score 42 points on Tuesday, leading the Bucks to a 100-91 victory over the HEAT at AmericanAirlines Arena. Cassell led all scorers in the game with 25 points (9-of-14 FG), while Payton dropped in 17 points (7-of-17 FG). The HEAT were led by Brian Grant’s 20 points and 12 rebounds, followed by Caron Butler’s 15 points. Malik Allen and Eddie House each chipped in with 14 points, while Mike James added 10 points to round out the double-figure scorers for the team. Allen also recorded 12 rebounds for his fourth double-double of the season. Miami trailed for most of the game and by as many as 12 points. The scored read 73-70 at the start of the fourth quarter, but the HEAT did not score a point until the 8:04 mark of the period. By that point, Milwaukee had extended its lead to 78-70. Miami closed with within five points with 1:43 left in the game at 92-87, but Milwaukee closed the game with a 8-4 run to secure the win. HEAT-Bucks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Wizards Mar. 2nd, 2003

Mike James scored all 10 of his points in the final 13 minutes of Sunday’s game versus the Washington Wizards to spark the HEAT to a 93-83 victory at AmericanAirlines Arena. Caron Butler scored 20 points to lead six players in double-figures for Miami, including 16 points from Eddie Jones, 13 points from Brian Grant and Travis Best, followed by 11 points from Rasual Butler. Grant pulled down 14 rebounds for his 23rd double-double of the season while Malik Allen recorded 10 rebounds to go along with his four points. Miami led 22-16 after the first quarter and 45-38 into halftime. The HEAT led by as many as 12 points in the third quarter, before the Wizards clawed their way back to take a brief four point lead with 50 seconds left at 63-59. James then connected on a 17-foot jumper, recorded a steal and dished out a assists that led to a C. Butler lay-up. Miami took the lead for good after Butler made his free-throw to finish off an old-fashioned three-point play, giving the HEAT a 64-63 advantage. Miami extended the lead to 80-70 by the 7:00 mark of the fourth quarter and never looked back. HEAT-Wizards video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Memphis Feb. 28th, 2003

Jason Williams scored 10 of his 18 points in overtime as the Memphis Grizzlies held off a torrid HEAT rally to secure a 126-116 win at The Pyramid. Memphis, who led by as many as 15 points at the start of the fourth quarter, shot just 4-of-12 from the field in the period, sparking a late 17-6 HEAT run with 5:37 remaining. The scored read 98-87 at the start of the run, which was capped off by a Caron Butler dunk and a three-pointer with only 14 seconds remaining to send the game into the extra frame. Butler joined Eddie Jones in leading the HEAT in scoring with 24 points each. Brian Grant recorded his 22nd double-double of the season by scoring 19 points and pulling down 13 rebounds. Travis Best scored 18 points, while Malik Allen chipped in with 11 points. Jones also recorded a team high seven assists to go along with his six rebounds, four blocked shots and three steals. Pau Gasol led Memphis in scoring with 25 points. Williams also dished out 15 assists in the game. HEAT-Grizzlies video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Hornets Feb. 26th, 2003

Hornets forward Jamal Mashburn recorded a triple-double on Wednesday, in leading New Orleans to a 91-82 victory over the HEAT. Mashburn scored 18 points and pulled down 13 rebounds while dishing out 13 assists, as New Orleans won its third straight over Miami this season and six consecutive overall. Brian Grant led Miami with a season high 24 points and 15 rebounds. It was his 21st double-double of the season and 33rd double-figure rebounding game. In addition to Grant, the HEAT’s backcourt of Travis Best and Eddie Jones scored 17 and 14 points respectively. Vladimir Stepania chipped in with 12 points off the bench to go along with his eight rebounds. Miami trailed 20-16 after the first quarter, but rallied in the second, outscoring New Orleans 26-20 to take an two point advantage into halftime leading 42-40. The HEAT would extend its lead to seven points at 49-42, but was outscored over the next two minutes 9-2, falling behind 51-49 with 8:12 remaining in the third period. Over the next seven minutes, the HEAT was outscored 16-10 and fell behind 67-59 entering the fourth quarter. New Orleans would lead by as many as 11 points in the final period with HEAT making one last rally late in the quarter to close to within four (82-78) with 3:35 left to play. New Orleans closed the game on a 9-3 run to secure the victory. HEAT-Hornets video: 56k | 300k

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HEAT @ Spurs Feb. 25th, 2003

Tim Duncan scored 17 points and pulled down 10 rebounds, as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the HEAT 84-69 at the SBC Center. The Spurs have won 11 of their last 12 games and are undefeated at home versus Eastern Conference teams. Duncan, who also recorded four blocked shots, spearheaded a Spurs defense that forced 24 HEAT turnovers. Everyone that saw action for Miami on Tuesday committed at least one. The Spurs led 24-15 after the first quarter and 43-30 by halftime. San Antonio led by as many as 33 points in the game and held Miami to 40 percent shooting (30-of-74) and out-rebounded the HEAT 42-37. Eddie Jones led the HEAT in scoring with 13 points and Sean Lampley chipped in with 11 points off the bench, who have now lost four in a row on the road. LaPhonso Ellis scored eight points and Rasual Butler added seven points to round out the top scorers for Miami. Malik Allen, Vladimir Stepania and Sean Marks each scored six points. Note: San Antonio went to the free-throw line 26 times (16-of-26), while the HEAT went the free-throw line only nine times (6-of-9). The nine fouls called on San Antonio was an all-time low for an HEAT opponent. HEAT-Spurs video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Bulls Feb. 22nd, 2003

Eddie Jones scored 23 points, connecting on 6-of-14 from the field, including 8-of-9 from the free-throw line as the HEAT defeated the Chicago Bulls 100-90 at AmercianAirlines Arena. Jones also shot 3-of-7 from the three-point line while recording six rebounds, three assists and one steal, in his first action back, after missing the last four games due to a strained groin. In addition to Jones, the HEAT got double-figure scoring from Malik Allen (22 points), Travis Best (21 points) and Brian Grant (12 points). Grant also pulled down 12 rebounds, recording his 20th double-double of the season and 32nd double-figure rebounding game. Saturday’s game also marked the first time this season that HEAT rookie Caron Butler did not play, as he missed the game due to illness. Jalen Rose scored 31 points and Eddy Curry scored 26 for the Bulls, who now have lost seven straight to the HEAT in Miami. Miami shot 41 percent from the field, 31 percent from the three-point line and 88 percent from the charity stripe. The HEAT are 5-1 when scoring 100-or-more points this season. Bulls-HEAT video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Nets Feb. 18th, 2003

The Miami HEAT’s bid to knock off a top team in the Eastern Conference fell short as the New Jersey Nets rolled off a 24-11 run to secure a 84-79 victory at Continental Airlines Arena. Miami led 68-60 with 9:58 left in the fourth quarter, after Rasual Butler made his fifth three-pointer of the game. Over the next six ½ minutes, the HEAT would only make three field goals, with its last coming on a Brian Grant lay-up with five seconds remaining to close the score to 82-79. The HEAT trailed by as many as many as 17 points in the game, but closed the margin to by the end of the second period and went into halftime only trailing by eight at 47-39. Miami continued to chip away at the lead, after outscoring the Nets 24-13 in the third quarter, taking a 63-60 lead into the final period. Caron Butler led Miami in scoring with 17 points, followed by 15 points from Rasual Butler and 13 points from Grant. Eddie House chipped in with 11 points in his sixth start of the season. Raual Butler’s five three-pointers was the most three-point field goals made by a HEAT rookie since Sasha Danilovic made six on Dec. 9, 1995 at Phoenix. HEAT-Nets video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Pistons Feb. 17th, 2003

Richard Hamilton scored 34 points on Monday, including 16 in the third quarter, as the Detroit Pistons rolled past the HEAT 93-62 at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Hamilton actually outscored the HEAT in the period by one points. Miami scored 15 points in the period. The 62 points scored for Miami was the second lowest scoring output in the franchise history. The HEAT had only two players reach doublefigure scoring including 13 points by Caron Butler and 10 points by Rasual Butler. Vladimir Stepania led the HEAT in rebounding with nine. Miami shot just 33 percent (25-of-75) from the field and was outrebounded by 15 boards (51-36). The HEAT trailed from start to finish and fell behind by as many as 36 points in the game en-route to the 31-point loss. Detroit jumped out to a 8-0 lead four minutes into the contest and never looked back. HEAT-Pistons video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Mavericks Feb. 15th, 2003

Miami’s upset bid at Dallas on Saturday night fell short as the HEAT was outscored 32-24 in the fourth quarter, eventually falling 98-92 at American Airlines Center. Miami led by as many as 12 points in the game and held a 73-68 lead with 10:35 left in the final period. The HEAT relinquished the lead for good after the Mavericks rolled off a 17-7 run to take an 85-80 advantage with 4:36 left to play. Miami closed to within three points on three different occasions in the final two minutes but was forced to foul as time ran out. Travis Best scored 21 points for the HEAT, who were playing without guard Eddie Jones for the second straight game. In addition to Best, Miami got double-figure scoring from Caron Butler (14 points), Eddie House (13 points) and 10 points apiece from LaPhonso Ellis and Rasual Butler. Vladimir Stepania pulled down 14 rebounds and Brian Grant added 11, as the HEAT dominated the Mavericks on the boards with a 55-38 advantage. Despite the plus 17 margin on the glass, the HEAT came up short at the free-throw line, attempting only 13 as opposed the Mavericks 38 trips. HEAT-Mavericks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Rockets Feb. 14th, 2003

Caron Butler scored 24 points and led four other Miami players in double-figures as the HEAT cruised past the Houston Rockets 94-82 at the Compaq Center. Butler, who connected on 8-of-15 from the field and 8-of-9 from the free-throw line, also recorded three rebounds and two steals in 39 minutes of action. In addition to Butler, point guards Travis Best and Mike James each scored 15 points, followed by Malik Allen’s 14 points. Eddie House chipped in with 12 points in just his third start of the season. House replaced Eddie Jones in the starting line-up, who was left home with a left groin strain. Miami shot a season high 51 percent from the field and 60 percent from the three-point line. The HEAT jumped out to a 26-18 lead in the first period and went into halftime up 56-41. The 56 first half points for Miami, tied a season high, set earlier this season at Toronto. Despite being outrebounded (49-37) for the second straight game, the HEAT forced Houston into a 32 percent shooting night and held the Rockets 12 points under its season average. HEAT-Hornets video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Hornets Feb. 11th, 2003

New Orleans placed five players in double-figures, including 15 points apiece from Jamal Mashburn and Jamaal Magloire to defeat Miami 78-69 at AmericanAirlines Arena. In their first action since the All-Star break, the two teams combined to score only 67 points in the first half. The Hornets led after the first quarter 21-20, then both teams scored 13 points each in the second, heading into the locker room with New Orleans leading 34-33. Miami opened the third quarter on a 11-6 run to take a 44-40 lead with 6:22 left in the third period sparked by an Eddie Jones three-pointer and lay-up. Over the next six minutes however, the HEAT was outscored 20-4, falling behind 60-48 by the end of the quarter. Miami’s only field goals during that time frame came off of a Caron Butler jump shot at the 2:10 mark and a Brian Grant shot at 1:06 mark of the period. Miami shot just 36 percent from the field (27-of-75), while New Orleans connected on just 31-of-76 shots for 40 percent. HEAT-Hornets video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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All-Star Rookie Challenge Feb. 8th, 2003

Caron Butler made the most of his opportunity on the national stage on Saturday, February 8 when he started for the Rookie Team in the got Milk? Rookie Challenge at NBA All-Star Weekend. The Rookie Team fell to the Sophomore Team, who was coached by HEAT broadcaster Mike Fratello 132-112. Butler played 32 minutes and led all rookies in scoring with 23 points (third highest in the game). He also added seven assists, four rebounds and four steals in strong all-around performance. Jason Richardson (Golden State) and Gilbert Arenas (Golden State) scored 31 and 30 points each for the sophomores. got milk? Rookie Challenge: 56k | 300k got milk? Rookie Challenge Coverage

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HEAT vs. Trailblazers Feb. 5th, 2003

The Blazers had plenty to smile about as they completed a 3-0 road trip and won for the 22nd time in 27 games since an 11-11 start. Portland enters the All-Star break just one-half game behind first-place Sacramento in the Pacific Division. "The break is unfortunate for us right now," Blazers coach Maurice Cheeks said. "We're really playing well. We do need to get some small injuries out. We'll relax." Portland continued its winning ways by taking control in the fourth quarter, using a 15-4 spurt to open an 88-80 lead with less than seven minutes remaining. Eddie Jones scored 20 points for Miami, which has dropped five of its last seven to fall a season-high 15 games below the .500 mark at 17-32. A 3-pointer by Eddie House, who scored a season-high 18 points, and a basket by Jones to start the fourth quarter gave the HEAT a 76-71 lead. Pippen triggered a 15-4 spurt, scoring the first seven points to give the Blazers the lead for good. He carried Portland with nine points in the period. Derek Anderson gave Pippen some help in the final period when he scored seven of his 16 points. He capped the decisive burst with two foul shots for an 88-80 lead with 6:25 to go. Former Blazer Brian Grant made a layup with 4:18 remaining for the Heat's last field goal and rookie Caron Butler sank two foul shots with 3:48 left, pulling Miami within 92-87. After Grant's basket, the HEAT missed their final five shots and committed four of their 11 turnovers. HEAT-Blazers video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Hawks Feb. 3rd, 2003

Eddie Jones scored 26 points on 7-of-11 shooting from the field, including five three-pointers to lead the Miami HEAT to a 99-79 win over the visiting Atlanta Hawks at AmericanAirlines Arena. Jones also shot a perfect 7-of-7 from the free-throw line with five rebounds and four assists. The win was the third of the season for the HEAT over Atlanta. The HEAT are 26-29 all-time versus the Hawks, which includes a 19-9 mark in Miami (5-1 at AmericanAirlines Arena). Miami trailed 22-18 after the first quarter, but took a 42-41 lead into halftime and a 72-58 mark after three quarters. It was a 17-0 run that got Miami rolling, sparked by eight points off the bench from LaPhonso Ellis. Ellis finished the game with 15 points, connecting on three 3-pointers (3-of-7 3FG). In addition to Jones and Ellis, Brian Grant chipped in with his 19 double-double of the season, scoring 11 points and pulling down 14 rebounds. Every HEAT player that played on Monday scored, including Caron Butler (nine points), Rasual Butler (nine points), Malik Allen (eight points), Travis Best (six points) and Vladimir Stepania (two points). HEAT-Hawks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs. Spurs Feb. 1st, 2003

Tim Duncan scored 17 points and pulled down a NBA single-season high 25 rebounds in leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 67-65 win over the HEAT. Duncan also set a NBA single-season high for defensive rebounds with 23 total. Miami trailed by two points with 18 seconds remaining but Travis Best’ missed three-point attempt and Caron Butler’s missed jumper before time expired prevented Miami from winning or tying the game. Eddie Jones led the HEAT with 17 points, followed by Butler’s 12 points and Brian Grant’s 10 points. Grant also pulled down 11 rebounds for his 18 double-double of the season. Vladimir Stepania led the HEAT in rebounding with 14 boards, one shy of his career-high of 15 boards. The Spurs led by as many as eight points in the first half, thanks in part by a 10 point scoring first quarter by the HEAT. Miami had a better second quarter and forged ahead by halftime, leading 32-31 after outscoring San Antonio 22-13 in the period. Miami made only 10 trips to the charity stripe, making eight. HEAT-Spurs video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Sixers Jan. 31st, 2003

Keith Van Horn scored 33 points and Allen Iverson chipped in with 25 points to lead Philadelphia to a 104-99 victory over the HEAT. The Sixers have won all three meetings over Miami this season with one game remaining on March 18. Philadelphia led by as many as 18 points in the game, after jumping out to an early 11 point lead after one quarter and a 10 point lead into halftime. The Sixers would extend the deficit to 14 points with 10:05 remaining in the third quarter at 63-49, but the HEAT clawed back to close the score at 76-72 by the end of the period. Eddie Jones connected on a three-pointer to open the fourth quarter, that pushed him past the 10,000 point for his career and cut the Sixers lead to 76-75. Miami tied the score three times with last tie coming at 83-83 with 5:44 left to play. An 8-0 scoring run with 3:26 remaining in the period extended the lead to 92-83. Miami pulled to within five points (93-88) with :41 seconds remaining, but got no closer. HEAT-Sixers video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs Knicks Jan. 29th, 2003

Travis Best’ driving lay-up with 4.5 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter propelled the Miami HEAT to a 82-80 win over the New York Knicks at AmericanAirlines Arena. Miami trailed 80-74 with 1:14 left to play before LaPhonso Ellis let sail a three-pointer that brought Miami to within three-points at 80-77. On the ensuing HEAT possession, Best nailed his only three-pointer of the game to tie the game at 80-80, setting the stage for his game-winning basket. Eddie Jones scored 22 points to lead Miami in scoring, followed by Caron Butler with 12 points. Malik Allen and Brian Grant each chipped in with 10 points and Best added nine points and a season-high 10 assists. Wednesday’s game also marked the 65 regular season match-up between the two teams, the most games against a single opponent for the HEAT. Moreover, including this win by two points, 19 of the 65 games have all been decided by five points or less. HEAT-Knicks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs Pacers Jan. 27th, 2003

The Indiana Pacers recorded its third straight victory over Miami this season, posting a 102-95 victory at AmericanAirlines Arena. The Pacers defeated the HEAT 83-79 in the first meeting and 104-81 in second meeting. Reggie Miller led Indiana with 21points, five of which coming in the closing minute of the game. Miller connected on a three-pointer to give Indiana a 96-95 lead, followed by a backdoor lay-up, securing the win for the Pacers. The HEAT led 27-25 after the first quarter and 48-46 into halftime. The score would remain tied after three quarters, until the Pacers outscored the HEAT 32-23 in the fourth quarter. Caron Butler led Miami with 22 points, 14 in the first half on 7-of-17 shooting from the field. Travis Best had his best game versus his former team on Monday, scoring 20 points on 7-of-10 shooting from the field and a perfect 5-of-5 from the free-throw line. Malik Allen scored 14 points while Brian Grant scored 12 points. Grant also recorded 16 rebounds for his 17 double-double of the season and 27 double-figure rebounding game. Miami has lost the last five meetings overall for the first time in the series. HEAT-Pacers video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs Sixers Jan. 25th, 2003

Allen Iverson hit a fallaway jumper in the lane with 42 remaining to snap a tie as the Sixers recorded a 97-91 victory over the Miami HEAT to avoid falling to .500. Keith Van Horn scored 26 points and Iverson 25 for Philadelphia, (23-21), which closed the game with a 9-1 spurt after Eddie Jones' layup gave the HEAT a 90-88 lead with 1:29 remaining. Van Horn's jump hook tied the game with 1:14 remaining and, following a Miami's turnover, Iverson's basket gave the Sixers the lead for good. Van Horn and Eric Snow each hit a pair from the line to make it 96-91 with 27 seconds left. Derrick Coleman sealed the victory when he blocked rookie Caron Butler's layup on Miami's ensuing possession, then converted 1-of-2 from the line to complete the scoring. The Sixers shot 80 percent from the line, making 28-of-35, including 11-of-13 in the final period. Jones scored 26 points and Butler added 22 for Miami, which fell to 1-1 on a four-game homestand. HEAT-Sixers video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs Suns Jan. 22nd, 2003

Brian Grant scored 16 points and pulled down 10 rebounds on Wednesday, as the HEAT defeated the Phoenix Suns 92-85 at AmericanAirlines Arena. The win marked only the second time in franchise history that Miami has sweep Phoenix during the regular season. The HEAT won the first meeting this year 100-90 in overtime. The last time Miami sweep Phoenix was during the 1996-97 season. In addition to Grant, he HEAT had four other players reach double-figure scoring, including 15 points off the bench from Mike James and 13 points from Caron Butler, 12 points from Malik Allen and 10 points from LaPhonso Ellis off the bench. The HEAT shot 95 percent from the free-throw line, connecting on 20-of-21. The HEAT were without the services of Eddie Jones, who missed the game with sinusitis/bronchitis. HEAT-Suns video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs Knicks Jan. 20th, 2003

The New York Knicks and the Miami HEAT combined to score just 57 points in the first half of Monday’s game, en route to a 72-65 win for the Knicks over the HEAT. The 57 first half points matched a record for points in a half with Detroit and Denver, set earlier this season on Nov. 16. The Knicks scored 18 and nine points in the first two periods, while the HEAT scored 12 and 18 points. Latrell Sprewell and Kurt Thomas scored eight points each in the third quarter, rallying from eight points down to secure the win. Eddie Jones, who led the HEAT in the scoring scored 13 of his team high 19 points in the third quarter. New York and Miami both struggled from the field, as neither team shot over 40 percent. The Knicks connected on 26-of-67 shot attempts, while the HEAT shot 26-of-77 from the field. The HEAT led at halftime 30-27 and led 48-41 with 4:56 left to play in the third quarter. The Knicks jumped ahead after a Shandon Anderson dunk and back-to-back three-pointers by Sprewell. New York took the lead at 56-54 and never relinquished the lead. HEAT-Knicks video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT vs Bulls Jan. 18th, 2003

Brian Grant’s lay-up with seven second remaining in double-overtime lifted the Miami HEAT to a 102-101 victory over the Chicago Bulls at the AmericanAirlines Arena. Grant had missed three free-throws prior to netting the game winner, one at the end of the regulation and two in the second overtime, that could have tied or given the HEAT a one point victory. Jalen Rose had one last shot as time expired to give Chicago the win, but his 12-foot jumper bounced off the back iron and Miami escaped with the victory. Grant finished the game with 14 points and game-high 20 rebounds, his 15th double-double of the season. HEAT-Bulls video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Pacers Jan. 15th, 2003

The Indiana Pacers had four players reach double-figure scoring on Wednesday, including 21 points from Brad Miller and 18 points from Ron Artest as the HEAT fell for the second time this season 104-81 at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Jermaine O’Neal and Al Harrington chipped in with 13 points apiece to round out the double-figure scorers. Indiana shot 52.8 percent from the field on 38-of-72 shot attempts. Indiana also outrebounded the HEAT 38-33. Rasual Butler led Miami in scoring with a career and season high 21 points on 8-of-13 shooting from the field, including three, three-point field goals in his fourth consecutive start of the season. Sean Lampley and Malik Allen were the only other HEAT players to reach double-figures with 13 and 10 points respectively. HEAT-Pacers video: 56k | 300k

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HEAT @ Pistons Jan. 14th, 2003

Caron Butler and Rasual Butler combined to score 38 points on 13-of-27 shooting from the field, including 13 rebounds, six steals, five assists and two blocked shots, in leading the Miami HEAT to a 88-85 home victory over the Detroit Pistons. Caron scored 22 points on 8-of-14 shooting, including a perfect 6-of-6 from the free-throw line. He also had eight rebounds, four assists, four steals and one blocked shot. Rasual scored 16 points (5-of-13) and recorded five rebounds, two steals with one assist and one blocked shot in only his third start of the season. The HEAT ended a six game losing streak with the win and improved its home record to 7-10 on the season. HEAT-Pistons video: 56k | 300k Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Lakers Jan. 12th, 2003

Kobe Bryant scored 36 points, 22 in the first half, in leading the L.A. Lakers to a 106-81 victory over the HEAT at Staples Center. The Lakers jumped out to an early seven-point lead in the first quarter, before the HEAT battled back with a 30-point second quarter to knot the score a 50-50 into halftime. Miami shot a sizzling 19-of-36 from the field in the first half, led by Caron and Rasual Butler’s 19 and points respectively. Caron finished the game with 23 points, while Rasual completed his second NBA start with 16 points. The score read 67-59 with 5:44 remaining in the third quarter, before the Lakers extended its lead to 80-61 on the heels of a 13-1 run. Miami scored only 11 points in the third quarter and would never recover. The Lakers shot 51 percent for the game on 40-of-78 shot attempts and forced 21 HEAT turnovers. In addition to the Butlers, Miami also got double-figure scoring from Mike James (14 points) and Vladimir Stepania (10 points). Stepania recorded his fourth double-double of the season off the bench, adding 12 rebounds. HEAT-Lakers video: 56k | 300k

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HEAT @ Jazz Jan. 10th, 2003

Utah forward Matt Harpring scored 31 points on 13-of-19 shooting from the field, including 2-of-3 from the three-point line and 3-of-3 from the free-throw line, in leading the Utah Jazz to a 92-76 win over the HEAT. Harpring also led the Jazz with seven rebounds and three steals. Karl Malone added 19 points for Utah and the only other Jazz player to reach double-figures. Caron Butler and Rasual Butler led the HEAT in scoring with 19 and 18 points respectively. For Rasual Butler, it was his first NBA start and for the HEAT, the second five game losing streak of the season. Once again, playing without the starting backcourt tandem of Eddie Jones (HEAT leading scorer) and Travis Best, Miami scored only 76 points for the second consecutive game and dropped to 0-4 on this five game road trip. Utah shot a sizzling 51.5 percent on 34-of-66 shot attempts. Brian Grant added 16 points and Sean Lampley chipped in with 13 points off the bench to round out Miami’s double-figure scorers. Postgame Quotes

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HEAT @ Nuggets Jan. 8th, 2003

Despite 20 points from rookie Caron Butler, the HEAT dropped its fourth consecutive game, falling to the Denver Nuggets 86-76 at the Pepsi Center. Butler connected on 7-of-16 from the field and 6-of-6 from the free-throw line. He also recorded a career and season high seven steals. Denver, who is coached by former HEAT assistant Jeff Bzdelick, were led by Juwan Howard’s 28 points and 12 rebounds. The Nuggets shot 50 percent from the field on 34-of-67 shot attempts. Denver also outrebounded Miami 38-28. Playing its third game without leading scorer Eddie Jones and fourth without Travis Best, both out with ankle sprains, Miami failed to reach 80 points for the 11 time this season. HEAT back-up point guard Anthony Carter recorded the fifth double-double of his career with 12 points and 11 rebounds. HEAT-Nuggets video: 56k | 300k

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HEAT @ Warriors Jan. 6th, 2003

Golden State had all five of its starters score in double-figures, including 22 points from Antawn Jamison and Gilbert Arenas to lead the Warriors to a 99-85 win over the HEAT at the Arena in Oakland. The Warriors snapped a six game losing streak to Miami with the win. Arenas scored 18 of his 22 points in the first half, as Golden State built a 57-48 advantage at halftime. Miami would close to within six points (85-79) with 5:02 left in the four quarter, but Golden State closed the game with a 14-6 run to secure the victory. HEAT rookie forward Sean Lampley paced Miami with a season and career high 18 points on 8-of-12 shooting from the field. Prior to the game, Lampley had only played 54 minutes in eight games combined and scored only 17 points. Lampley also set a career high with nine rebounds. Brian Grant recorded his 14th double-double of the season with 15 points and 13 rebounds. Caron Butler (13 points), Malik Allen (12 points) and Rasual Butler (10 points) rounded out the top scorers for the HEAT, who played their second game with out its starting backcourt of Travis Best and Eddie Jones. Both are out with right ankle injures. Anthony Carter dished out a season high 10 assists off the bench. It was the first double-figure assists game of the season for the HEAT. HEAT-Warriors video: 56k | 300k

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HEAT @ Kings Jan. 5th, 2003

Five Sacramento Kings players reached double-figures on Sunday, led by guard Mike Bibby’s 22 points, as the HEAT fell on the road 96-70 at Arco Arena. Former HEAT player Jimmy Jackson scored 14 points, followed by 12 points by Keon Clark and 11 points each from Peja Stojakovic and Vlade Divac. Divac added 12 rebounds while Clark pulled down 11 rebounds with eight blocked shots. Miami, who played without shooting guard Eddie Jones and Travis Best, shot a dismal 29.8 percent from the field on 28-of-94 attempts. Jones suffered a sprained ankle in Friday’s game versus New Jersey. Best sprained his ankle two minutes into the Atlanta game on Jan. 1st. Rookie swing-man Caron Butler scored 16 points while Eddie House, making his first start of the season, chipped in with 15 points. Brian Grant pulled down 12 rebounds to go with his eight points. HEAT-Kings video: 56k | 300k

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HEAT vs. Nets Jan. 3rd, 2003

Richard Jefferson put on aerial display on Friday night, scoring 26 points on 10-of-14 shooting, including six dunks in leading the New Jersey Nets to a 100-80 victory over the HEAT at AmericanAirlines Arena. Jefferson, who found out earlier in the day that he was going to be in the NBA’s slam dunk contest in February, scored his first four field goals on an alley-oop from Jason Kidd, two reverse-dunks and one facial over HEAT forward Malik Allen. The Nets shot 58 percent from the field on 39-of-67 shot attempts with 11 dunks. Rasual Butler led Miami in scoring with 12 points, while Stepania pulled down 10 rebounds, his 11th double-figure rebounding game of the season. Caron Butler was the only HEAT starter to reach double-figure scoring with 11 points. Allen and Eddie Jones scored nine points each. HEAT center Brian Grant was ejected with 10:24 remaining in the third quarter after receiving his second technical foul. Miami shot 38 percent from the field and committed 18 turnovers. New Jersey had 22 fast-break points and 46 points in the paint.