headliner Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 Before Friday's game, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said he considered activating Miller but decided against it because the 6-8 forward had not participated in a full practice with the team since being cleared. Out since the preseason with a thumb injury, Miller was cleared medically to begin practicing on Wednesday. ``I was very tempted to suit him up, and my coaching staff talked me out of it because I definitely would have looked down there and thrown him in and he hasn't had a practice yet,'' Spoelstra said. Miller is awaiting game clearance, which could come within the week. He tore a ligament in his thumb before the season opener and underwent surgery. Originally, Miller hoped to return to action before the Heat's highly anticipated game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day. Miller was cleared to begin shooting a few weeks ago. Miami Herald Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRV Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 I am excited to see him play, but it was a good idea not to suit him up last night. We are on a roll, and messing up the rotation and bringing in a guy who hasn't played all season might have messed up our rhythm. I think its safe to see him play against the Wizards tonight, assuming we have a massive lead early on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flash Posted December 18, 2010 Report Share Posted December 18, 2010 He said he wanted to go last night but he still wasn't cleared by the doctor. I wouldn't be surprised to see him against Phoenix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abro Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Cant w8 till this guy comes back!! Itll be huge! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s.t.a.t. Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 Mike Miller is my boy, if he plays like he can it will be a big addition. Hope that he does well for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abro Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 Played four minutes tonight!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Truth Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 glad to see him back. I think a lot of people are underestimating the impact he'll have in Miami. a three point shooter like him playing with Wade and James spells bad news for opposing defenses. you just wait and see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitro Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 glad to see him back. I think a lot of people are underestimating the impact he'll have in Miami. a three point shooter like him playing with Wade and James spells bad news for opposing defenses. you just wait and see. As great as his shooting is, I think his overall floor game will make a bigger impact. He's a very good ballhandler and passer, has a high IQ, and is also one of the best rebounding wings in the league. Off the dribble he will be the best player on the team besides Wade/James/Bosh, which I think will make a big difference to the offense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Feelgood Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 I don't think anyone was underestimating the impact Miller was going to have on the Heat, though this is a huge key addition to their team now that they have a consistent three point threat who can also drive the ball in himself. Nothing against James Jones, Eddie House, or Carlos Arroyo, they can shoot the three, just no where near Miller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abro Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 Arroyo cannot hit threes on a consistant basis though. I really don't like Arroyo.. Hahah Miller!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Swish* Posted December 21, 2010 Report Share Posted December 21, 2010 Good to see the Sharpshooter back. He will surely help the Miami Heat off the bench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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