# Why Miami Heat Fans Can Relax About the Defense

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1 outlet covering · First listed: Sports Illustrated, Nov 10, 2026, 6:00 PM · Read it: <https://www.si.com/nba/heat/onsi/why-miami-heat-fans-can-relax-about-the-defense-01m73xw03vdd>

The Heat rank 25th in defensive rating, but new advanced metrics suggest their struggles might not be as concerning as they appear.

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- Nov 10, 2026, 6:00 PM: [Why Miami Heat Fans Can Relax About the Defense](<https://www.si.com/nba/heat/onsi/why-miami-heat-fans-can-relax-about-the-defense-01m73xw03vdd>) — Sports Illustrated (Sports, United States)
  The Heat rank 25th in defensive rating, but new advanced metrics suggest their struggles might not be as concerning as they appear.
