| Pace: 102.8 (6) |
ORtg: 111.9 (12) |
DRtg: 115.8 (30) |
NetRtg: -4.1 |
Top Performers:
- (G) Bradley Beal – 36.0 MPG | 30.5 PPG | 6.1 APG | 4.2 RPG
- (F) Davis Bertans – 29.3 MPG | 15.4 PPG | 4.5 RPG | .424 3P%
- (F) Rui Hachimura – 29.7 MPG | 13.4 PPG | 6.0 RPG | .517 eFG%
Where They Left Off
The Washington Wizards are very much the “League Pass” Team of the Year. They are incredibly entertaining, own one of the NBA’s most high-powered offenses, but their play on the other side of the ball is detrimental to the concept of defense. To say the Wizards have had an odd season would be an understatement.
Highlights/Lowlights of the Season
High: Bradley Beal has shown that he can lead an NBA team. Not to an NBA title, or possibly even the playoffs, but he is one of the best scorers in the league. Beal, with a stronger roster, showed that the result of John Wall’s injury wouldn’t be a detriment to his play. Bradley Beal is a star in the NBA.
Low: The Washington Wizards were in a scenario this year where “whatever happens, happens”. The injury to John Wall and the commitment to a number of contracts meant that the Wizards would both be fighting for the best spot, as well as content with a losing result. The expectations weren’t high this year, which certainly bled into many of their performances.
What is Next?
The Wizards will need to know the status of John Wall before they can move forward with their plans. If his recovery is not on track, the Wizards may need to reshuffle their cards this summer. Should Washington actually win a playoff spot, we may see Bradley Beal named the new leader of the Wizards.
2. Orlando Magic (30-35) (2nd in Southeast, 8th East)
| Pace: 98.3 (26) |
ORtg: 108.0 (24) |
DRtg: 109.0 (9) |
NetRtg: -1.0 |
Top Performers:
- (C) Nikola Vucevic – 32.6 MPG | 19.5 PPG | 11.0 RPG | .515 eFG%
- (G) Evan Fournier – 31.7 MPG | 18.8 PPG | 2.6 RPG | .406 3P%
- (F) Terrence Ross – 27.3 MPG | 14.8 PPG | 3.2 RPG | 1.1 SPG
Where They Left Off
The Orlando Magic finished their pre-suspension run with the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. Benefitting off of the relative weakness of the teams below them, the underachieving Orlando Magic look to be part of another NBA Playoffs.
Highlights/Lowlights of the Season
High: The Orlando Magic are inconsistent in a lot of areas, but they are rock solid when it comes to defending the ball. Ranked in the top ten in defensive efficiency, the Orlando Magic knows how to force teams to play their game.
Low: Solid but unspectacular, the Orlando Magic are missing that star punch on their team. They’ve lost a number of games due to their inability to score the ball for extended runs or during opportune moments.
What is Next?
The Orlando Magic are in a tough position. They don’t have much of a chance to win the NBA title, but they’re hoping to be a regular member of the playoffs. General Manager Jeff Weltman is hoping that Aaron Gordon and Jonathan Isaac can become the star pair that their ceilings suggest they can be.
1. Miami Heat (41-24) (1st in Southeast, 4th East)
| Pace: 98.1 (27) |
ORtg: 112.7 (6) |
DRtg: 109.4 (12) |
NetRtg: 3.3 |
Top Performers:
- (F) Jimmy Butler – 34.3 MPG | 20.2 PPG | 6.6 RPG | 6.1 APG
- (C) Bam Adebayo – 34.4 MPG | 16.2 PPG | 10.5 RPG | 5.1 APG
- (G) Goran Dragic – 28.4 MPG | 16.1 PPG | 5.1 APG | .377 3P%
Where They Left Off
The Miami Heat were comfortably overachieving before the season came to an abrupt halt. Owning the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference, the Heat are one of the Eastern Conference’s most threatening teams. Well-balanced and well-coached, Miami is the surprise of the season.
Highlights/Lowlights of the Season
High: The play of Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo is powering the Heat to their success. But surprise contributions from unexpected players – Kendrick Nunn, Duncan Robinson, and Tyler Herro – are both a product of excellent scouting and coaching from Erick Spoelstra.
Low: It’s difficult to pick a low on the Miami Heat’s season, but it should be noted that their all-out style of play leads them to some surprising losses and results. Strong but not unbeatable, the Heat are yet to prove they can compete with the top of the NBA. Consistency will be key to the oddsmakers backing the Heat moving forward.
What is Next?
The Heat’s expectations have gone from playoff hopeful to Eastern Conference contender. They’ve defeated the Toronto Raptors and Milwaukee Bucks twice this year, but have also disappointed with some surprising losses to teams like Washington and Atlanta. Miami can raise its game to meet the competition, but whether or not that can be sustained over a playoff series is yet to be seen.
NBA FAQs
Who has the best odds to win the NBA Championship in the Southeast Division?
The Miami Heat (+2000) have the best odds to win the NBA Championship out of Southeast Division teams.
Who is the best player on the Miami Heat?
Jimmy Butler has been voted an NBA All-Star five times in his career. That is five times more than all of his teammates, save for Bam Adebayo who was named a first-time All-Star this year. Butler owns the Heat’s highest win-share rate at 8.5.
Who is the highest-paid player on the Miami Heat?
The most expensive contract on the Miami Heat belongs to Jimmy Butler. Butler signed a four-year contract worth $140.7 million in the summer of 2019. For the 2019-2020 season, Butler earns $32.7 million.
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