Jack Leniart (@Leniart_ND): They certainly have some players on their roster with that potential. I don’t think it’s far fetched to picture a scenario where Justise Winslow or Josh Richardson contend for the Defensive Player of the Year award. Those two guys are young and getting better every year. Defense is the foundation of both of their games, and they both have the talent to earn the annual DPOY award. It would take one hell of a season, but it’s possible. The two aforementioned players, along with Bam Adebayo, could also each make a case for the NBA’s Most Improved Player award.
Miami Heat Roundtable: Who will earn league honors this season?
