May 21, 2023 · According to Michael Lombardi, he has heard a "fairly reliable" story of Heat stars grumbling about Spoelstra, presumably during the Big 3 era. But team president Pat Riley stepped in to put the issue to rest. Bill Simmons vouched for the anecdote, saying it was true.

Dec 13, 2022 · In 2010, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was tasked with leading a team that featured LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. At the time, the Heat had three of the top 10 players in the...

Mar 11, 2022 · Miami Heat president Pat Riley, right, reveals for the first time the moment he knew Erik Spoelstra, left, would be the man to replace him as head coach.

Apr 9, 2018 · However, in a new book by Ian Thomsen called "The Soul of Basketball: The Epic Showdown Between LeBron, Kobe, Doc, and Dirk That Saved the NBA," Riley gives some insight into many of the things that went down during the Heat's "Big 3" era, including how James seemed to push Riley to replace Erik Spoelstra as the Heat's head coach.

Oct 28, 2023 · Before Erik Spoelstra was a two-time NBA champion head coach, before he was even a top assistant on a title-winning team, he was a baby-faced video coordinator penning detailed notes for Miami Heat Coach Pat Riley.

Jan 16, 2025 · Erik Spoelstra echoed Pat Riley's motto "Keep the main thing the main thing" as Miami Heat players faced trade rumors during the Damian Lillard pursuit.

Jun 7, 2023 · Did LeBron James want the Heat to fire Erik Spoelstra? Back in 2008, Pat Riley stepped down as the Heat's head coach but maintained his title as team president. He chose Spoelstra to fill...

Nov 15, 2024 · Miami Heat head coach **Erik Spoelstra** offered a candid and eye-opening reflection on the lasting influence of Pat Riley**, the team’s president, during a recent interview with local media.

Jan 10, 2024 · As the Miami Heat prepare to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second game of their home stand, the talk of the town has been on head coach Erik Spoelstra who received a major contract...

Dec 5, 2024 · MIAMI — Two weeks before the Lakers’ blowout loss to the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, the franchise announced that a statue will be built in honor of an individual who has made significant...