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The Miami Heat's hopes of back-to-back trips to the NBA Final fell short this spring as the team was bounced from the first round in five games by the Boston Celtics.
After last season's health issues and the team's inability to sign a star this offseason despite reportedly expressing interest in Donovan Mitchell and DeMar DeRozan, the Heat will need better injury luck in order to remain a title contender in 2024-25.
Here's a look at the top matchups to keep an eye on as the Heat look to take advantage of what is currently the final year of team control over Jimmy Butler's contract.