Miami Heat Mailbag: Nikola Jovic Regrets, Kel'el Ware's Ceiling and Trade Targets

Miami Heat’s depth shines as Jaime Jaquez Jr. emerges as a game-changer, but concerns about injuries and rotation spark debate. Can Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell lead the charge to multiple All-Star selections, or will Tyler Herro’s health and Kel'el Ware’s development shift the team’s trajectory? Wes Goldberg and David Ramil tackle burning listener questions about Miami’s optimal lineup, trade scenarios featuring Nikola Jovic and Simone Fontecchio, and the explosive potential of Kel'el Ware compared to Jarrett Allen and Jaren Jackson Jr. The hosts weigh the Heat’s All-Star candidacies, discuss the fit of possible additions like Ben Simmons and Herb Jones, and break down the impact of flashy bench units and closing lineup strategies. Get insider insight on recent Pistons-Heat trades, critical injury updates, and why Miami’s roster construction could be their biggest weapon—or their toughest puzzle. 0:00 — Mailbag Intro 1:30 -- Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s Impact 4:21 — Kel'el Ware’s Ceiling & Jovic’s Role 13:34 — Trade Targets 22:23 -- Lineup Strategies Locked On Heat TEXT LINE: Support the show and get texts from Wes & David on Heat News, Game Previews, Live Game Notes, Q&As, & More… 📲 https://joinsubtext.com/c/lockedonheat 📲 TEXT: (786) 998-7029 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash Next time someone goes off for 50, use promo code NBA50 the next day to get 50% off on DoorDash with DashPass — plus your shot at the Bag Drop. DashPass members only. 50% off up to $10 the day after a 50-point game with promo code. Terms apply. No Purchase Necessary. Ends April 13th. Open to U.S. residents 21 or older. Visit https://DoorDashInYourBag.com for full details. DoorDash — In your bag all season long. PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use codeLOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA Robinhood You expect more from yourself. Expect more from your money. Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney . Your money. Your move. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. Options, futures, and crypto trading carry significant risk and may not suit all investors. Securities offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, member SIPC. Futures trading is offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC and not SPIC or FDIC protected. Crypto offered through Robinhood Crypto, LLC (NMLS ID 1702840), not FDIC or SIPC protected. Portfolio management offered by Robinhood Strategies, an SEC-registered advisor. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.