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ASK IRA: Is moving forward with Adebayo at center a case of the Heat failing both Bam and themselves?

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May 25, 2024

ASK IRA: Is moving forward with Adebayo at center a case of the Heat failing both Bam and themselves?

Q: Bam Adebayo is an incredibly talented player. But with the Heat having to probably go through one or a few of these teams in the future: Denver, Minnesota, Oklahoma City, Boston, 76ers, Knicks, Milwaukee and a few others to get the chip, is having Bam Adebayo at center a flaw design? Boston, Minnesota, Oklahoma City and Denver all play big and have talented bigs. – Stuart.

A: This has come up often amid the course of the playoffs and the answer remains the same: If the Heat can add a big man who is a better fit than Bam Adebayo at center, they assuredly would move in that direction. But wanting something and getting someone are two different things. Yes, the Celtics got Kristaps Porzingis and that arguably is one that got away (even as Boston wins in his absence). But I doubt most Heat followers would have been willing to give up for Rudy Gobert what the Timberwolves gave up. And Deandre Ayton hardly was a big man in demand when he was dealt. As for the draft, Victor Wembanyama was an exception. Now, if you want someone along the lines of Clint Capela and are willing to take on his salary, that could be doable. So, as with all players of all sizes, it’s a matter of the right big man as opposed to any big man.

Q: Are Heat fans not being patient enough? I’ve seen some Heat fans want to see a tear down and rebuild, which isn’t going to happen. But when building with young players, you have to be patient. Running it back is what you do with young teams as they improve. The Heat have two rotation pieces in Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Nikola Jovic that will improve. Tyler Herro at 24 can still improve. They’ll be adding another rookie at No. 15 in the draft. Heat fans aren’t going to want to hear this, but running it back may be the best and most responsible option if a trade for a superstar isn’t a possibility. – Dave, Placenta, Calif.

A: No, they probably don’t want to hear that. While championship contention is expressed as the ultimate goal, this also is entertainment. And sometimes that means freshening the product before it is perceived as growing stale. That puts the Heat at a curious crossroads at the moment. When you get down to it, the lone “older” element in the starting lineup is Jimmy Butler, who will be 35 next season. But the question is that if Jimmy missed 22 games at 34, how many does he miss at 35?

Q: Nikola Jovic did bulk up from year one to year two. Can he do it again before year three? – Gary, Boca Raton.

A: That becomes a question of whether he wants to or whether the Heat want him to. Adding weight can result in a loss of agility. You have to be careful with such body shaping. As it is, Nikola Jovic plays mostly as a wing, so I’m not sure the desire there is to be able to flex in front of a mirror.

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Miami-Dade’s new mental health facility opening delays

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June 16, 2024

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Miami-Dade’s new mental health facility opening delays | Facing South Florida

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MIAMI — There was an extraordinary hearing in Miami Federal Court this week, in which a judge grilled Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava about why a new Mental Health facility the county has been promising, still isn’t open.

CBS News Miami’s Jim DeFede talks with a Miami Herald reporter who was inside the courtroom and provides us with a first-hand account of exactly went on, where cameras were not allowed.

Guest: Brittany Wallman/Miami Herald Reporter

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Jim DeFede joined CBS4 News in January 2006 and serves as an investigative reporter for the station, as well as host of its Sunday morning public affairs program “Facing South Florida.”

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Man arrested after officer sees attempted kidnapping, leads police on Northwest Miami-Dade car chase

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June 16, 2024

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Man arrested after officer sees attempted kidnapping, leads police on Northwest Miami-Dade car chase

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MIAMI — A man was arrested late Sunday morning after a Miami-Dade Police officer witnessed an attempted kidnapping that led to a car chase in Northwest Miami-Dade.

Around 11:10 a.m., an on-duty MDPD sergeant saw a woman “engaging in a struggle” with a man who was attempting to force her inside of his car in the area of Northwest 35th Avenue and 101st Street in West Little River. The man then fled and while doing so, intentionally struck a marked police vehicle, MDPD told CBS News Miami.

After a brief police chase, the man bailed out of his car near the 2700 block of Northwest 132nd Street in Opa-Locka, prompting officers to run after him. Shortly afterward, he was taken into custody without further incident.

MDPD told CBS News Miami that no one was injured during the incident.

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Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Prediction 6-16-24 Picks | Sports Chat Place

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June 16, 2024

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Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Prediction 6-16-24 Picks | Sports Chat Place

Miami Marlins (23-47) vs. Washington Nationals (34-36)
June 16, 2024 1:35 pm EDT
The Line: Washington Nationals -113 / Miami Marlins +103; Over/Under: +8
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The Miami Marlins and the Washington Nationals meet Sunday in MLB action from Nationals Park. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s a Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Prediction.

Starting Pitching Matchup

The Miami Marlins will send out Jesus Luzardo for the start here and Luzardo is 3-5 with a 5.11 ERA and 56 strikeouts this season. In his last five starts against Washington, Luzardo is 1-1 with a 4.78 ERA and 21 strikeouts. Mitchell Parker will get the start for the Nationals and is 4-3 with a 3.21 ERA and 46 strikeouts this season. This will be Parker’s second career start against Miami.

Miami Marlins Recap

The Miami Marlins will try to salvage something from this series after falling flat in a 4-0 loss in Saturday’s matchup. It was yet another series loss for the Marlins though, following up series losses to the Mets, Guardians and Rays over the last week and a half.

Marlins Still Struggling Offensively

Bryan De La Cruz has 66 hits including 13 doubles, 11 home runs and 30 RBIs while Josh Bell has 12 doubles, 7 home runs and 31 RBIs of his own. Jazz Chisholm Jr. has a team-high 67 hits with 11 doubles, 3 triples, 10 home runs, 33 RBIs and a team-high 13 stolen bases while Jesus Sanchez has 6 stolen bases as well this season.

Why the Miami Marlins will win

The Nationals have lost four of their last five games as favorites against NL East opponents following a win.
The underdogs have won four of the last six games between the Marlins and Nationals.
The road team has covered the run line in 13 of the last 15 games between the Marlins and Nationals.
The Nationals have failed to cover the run line in six of their last seven games as favorites against National League opponents following a win.
The Nationals have trailed after 5 innings in four of their last six games as favorites against National League opponents.

Washington Nationals Recap

The Washington Nationals come into this one looking to keep the ball rolling and complete the sweep after their win over the Fish on Saturday. The win kept the Nationals series win streak alive after wins over the Tigers and Braves over the last week.

Nationals Starting To Pick It Up At The Plate

CJ Abrams leads the Nationals with 67 hits along with 11 home runs and 36 RBIs to go along with 15 doubles, 5 triples and 10 stolen bases. Luis Garcia Jr. has a team-high 12 doubles with 28 RBIs and 9 stolen bases. Jacob Young has a team-high 17 stolen bases while Lane Thomas has 16 stolen bases and Jesse Winker has 11 stolen bases this season. Joey Meneses also has 36 RBIs as well this season.

Why the Washington Nationals will win

The Marlins have lost each of their last 10 games against NL East opponents following a road loss.
The favorites have won each of the Marlins’ last 10 games at Nationals Park.
The Nationals have covered the run line in each of their last nine games against the Marlins following a win.
The Marlins have failed to cover the run line in eight of their last nine games after playing the previous day.
The Nationals have led after 5 innings in each of their last five games against the Marlins.
The Marlins have trailed after 3 innings in each of their last four day games.
The Marlins have lost the first inning in each of their last four day games against NL East opponents.

Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Prediction

I’m on the Nationals here. Jesus Luzardo is one of the better pitchers that the Marlins have in that rotation, but once again, as it has been for the last couple of years, run support continues to be an issue as the Marlins simply can’t score enough to help their starting pitchers. I think the Nationals do enough to back up Parker here and to complete the sweep of their division rival in this one. Give me the Nationals at home.

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