The 2019-20 Miami Heat season marked a significant resurgence for the franchise under head coach Erik Spoelstra. The team finished the regular season with a 44-29 record, securing the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. This performance was driven by the impactful addition of Jimmy Butler, who joined the Heat in the offseason and quickly became the team’s leader both on and off the court.
Miami’s roster featured a mix of veteran presence and young talent, including key contributions from Bam Adebayo, Goran Dragić, and emerging rookie Tyler Herro. Adebayo’s breakout season saw him earn his first All-Star selection, while Herro’s shooting prowess became a crucial element of the Heat’s offensive scheme. The team also benefited from the savvy play of Duncan Robinson, who emerged as a deadly perimeter threat.
In the playoffs, the Heat demonstrated their resilience and strategic acumen. They swept the Indiana Pacers in the first round, then upset the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks in a five-game series during the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Miami continued their impressive run by defeating the Boston Celtics in six games to claim the Eastern Conference Championship, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014.
Despite their valiant effort, the Heat fell to the Los Angeles Lakers in the Finals, losing the series 4-2. Nevertheless, the season was a testament to Miami’s strong organizational culture and the potential of their young core, setting a solid foundation for future success.
- Regular Season Record: 44-29
- Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 4-0, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 4-1, Eastern Conference Finals: 4-2, NBA Finals: 2-4
Miami Heat Roster and Stats for 2019-20 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Jimmy Butler | 58 | 19.9 | 6.7 | 6.0 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 24.4 | 21 | 22.2 | 6.5 | 6.0 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 34.9 |
| Goran Dragić | 59 | 16.2 | 3.2 | 5.1 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 36.7 | 17 | 19.1 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 34.6 |
| Bam Adebayo | 72 | 15.9 | 10.2 | 5.1 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 14.3 | 19 | 17.8 | 10.3 | 4.4 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Kendrick Nunn | 67 | 15.3 | 2.7 | 3.3 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 35.0 | 15 | 6.1 | 2.1 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 27.9 |
| Tyler Herro | 55 | 13.5 | 4.1 | 2.2 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 38.9 | 21 | 16.0 | 5.1 | 3.7 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 37.5 |
| Duncan Robinson | 73 | 13.5 | 3.2 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 44.6 | 21 | 11.7 | 2.8 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 39.7 |
| Jae Crowder | 20 | 11.9 | 5.3 | 1.8 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 44.5 | 21 | 12.0 | 5.6 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 34.2 |
| Justise Winslow | 11 | 11.3 | 6.6 | 4.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 22.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Dion Waiters | 3 | 9.3 | 3.7 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 47.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Derrick Jones Jr. | 59 | 8.5 | 3.9 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 28.0 | 15 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 44.5 |
| Kelly Olynyk | 67 | 8.2 | 4.6 | 1.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 40.6 | 17 | 7.6 | 4.6 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 34.7 |
| Meyers Leonard | 51 | 6.1 | 5.1 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 41.4 | 3 | 4.7 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 50.0 |
| James Johnson | 18 | 5.7 | 2.9 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 35.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Andre Iguodala | 21 | 4.6 | 3.7 | 2.4 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 29.8 | 21 | 3.8 | 2.6 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 35.9 |
| Solomon Hill | 11 | 4.5 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 29.2 | 7 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 33.3 |
| Chris Silva | 44 | 3.0 | 2.9 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Udonis Haslem | 4 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 33.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Gabe Vincent | 9 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 22.2 | 1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| KZ Okpala | 5 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Kyle Alexander | 2 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Daryl Macon | 4 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Indiana Pacers
In the first round of the 2020 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat delivered a commanding performance by sweeping the Indiana Pacers in four games. Led by Jimmy Butler's leadership and the emergence of young talents like Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, the Heat showcased their depth and defensive prowess. This dominant series victory set the tone for Miami's impressive run to the NBA Finals that year.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2020 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 113-101 | |
| Aug 20, 2020 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 109-100 | |
| Aug 22, 2020 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 124-115 | |
| Aug 24, 2020 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 99-87 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Milwaukee Bucks
In the second round of the 2020 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat stunned the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks by securing a 4-1 series victory. Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo led the charge with their tenacious defense and clutch performances, elevating the Heat's reputation as a formidable playoff team. This series showcased Miami's depth and resilience, setting the stage for their eventual run to the NBA Finals.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2020 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 115-104 | |
| Sep 02, 2020 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 116-114 | |
| Sep 04, 2020 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 115-100 | |
| Sep 06, 2020 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | L 118-115 | |
| Sep 08, 2020 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 103-94 |
2020 Conference Championship vs. Boston Celtics
In the 2020 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat made a remarkable run to the Eastern Conference Finals, showcasing their resilience and depth. Led by the leadership of Jimmy Butler and the emergence of Bam Adebayo, the Heat defeated the Boston Celtics in six games, thanks to their tough defense, team chemistry, and clutch performances. This victory highlighted their ability to adapt and excel in the NBA bubble, setting the stage for their first NBA Finals appearance since 2014.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2020 | @ Boston Celtics | W 117-114 | |
| Sep 17, 2020 | @ Boston Celtics | W 106-101 | |
| Sep 19, 2020 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 117-106 | |
| Sep 23, 2020 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 112-109 | |
| Sep 25, 2020 | @ Boston Celtics | L 121-108 | |
| Sep 27, 2020 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 125-113 |
2020 NBA Finals vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The Miami Heat's journey to the 2020 NBA Finals was marked by resilience and standout performances, particularly from Jimmy Butler, who delivered several iconic games. Despite their underdog status, the Heat pushed the Los Angeles Lakers to six games, showcasing the team's grit and the emerging talent of players like Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Ultimately, the experience and star power of LeBron James and Anthony Davis proved too much, but Miami's performance solidified their reputation as a formidable contender.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2020 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 116-98 | |
| Oct 02, 2020 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 124-114 | |
| Oct 04, 2020 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 115-104 | |
| Oct 06, 2020 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 102-96 | |
| Oct 09, 2020 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 111-108 | |
| Oct 11, 2020 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 106-93 |
Miami Heat 2019-20 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2019-20 season for the Miami Heat.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2019 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 120-101 | |
| Oct 26, 2019 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 131-126 | |
| Oct 27, 2019 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 116-109 | |
| Oct 29, 2019 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 112-97 | |
| Oct 31, 2019 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 106-97 | |
| Nov 03, 2019 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 129-100 | |
| Nov 05, 2019 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 109-89 | |
| Nov 07, 2019 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 124-108 | |
| Nov 08, 2019 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 95-80 | |
| Nov 12, 2019 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 117-108 | |
| Nov 14, 2019 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 108-97 | |
| Nov 16, 2019 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 109-94 | |
| Nov 20, 2019 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 124-100 | |
| Nov 22, 2019 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 116-108 | |
| Nov 23, 2019 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 113-86 | |
| Nov 25, 2019 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 117-100 | |
| Nov 27, 2019 | @ Houston Rockets | L 117-108 | |
| Nov 29, 2019 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 122-105 | |
| Dec 01, 2019 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 109-106 | |
| Dec 03, 2019 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 121-110 | |
| Dec 04, 2019 | @ Boston Celtics | L 112-93 | |
| Dec 06, 2019 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 112-103 | |
| Dec 08, 2019 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 110-105 | |
| Dec 10, 2019 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 135-121 | |
| Dec 13, 2019 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 113-110 | |
| Dec 14, 2019 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 122-118 | |
| Dec 16, 2019 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | L 118-111 | |
| Dec 18, 2019 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 108-104 | |
| Dec 20, 2019 | vs. New York Knicks | W 129-114 | |
| Dec 23, 2019 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 107-104 | |
| Dec 27, 2019 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 113-112 | |
| Dec 28, 2019 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 117-116 | |
| Dec 30, 2019 | @ Washington Wizards | L 123-105 | |
| Jan 02, 2020 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 84-76 | |
| Jan 03, 2020 | @ Orlando Magic | L 105-85 | |
| Jan 05, 2020 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 122-111 | |
| Jan 08, 2020 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 122-108 | |
| Jan 10, 2020 | @ Brooklyn Nets | L 117-113 | |
| Jan 12, 2020 | @ New York Knicks | L 124-121 | |
| Jan 15, 2020 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 106-100 | |
| Jan 17, 2020 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 115-108 | |
| Jan 19, 2020 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 107-102 | |
| Jan 20, 2020 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 118-113 | |
| Jan 22, 2020 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 134-129 | |
| Jan 24, 2020 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | L 122-117 | |
| Jan 27, 2020 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 113-92 | |
| Jan 28, 2020 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 109-101 | |
| Feb 01, 2020 | @ Orlando Magic | W 102-89 | |
| Feb 03, 2020 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 137-106 | |
| Feb 05, 2020 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 128-111 | |
| Feb 07, 2020 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 105-97 | |
| Feb 09, 2020 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 115-109 | |
| Feb 10, 2020 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 113-101 | |
| Feb 12, 2020 | @ Utah Jazz | L 116-101 | |
| Feb 20, 2020 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 129-124 | |
| Feb 22, 2020 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 124-105 | |
| Feb 24, 2020 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 125-119 | |
| Feb 26, 2020 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 129-126 | |
| Feb 28, 2020 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 126-118 | |
| Feb 29, 2020 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 116-113 | |
| Mar 02, 2020 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 105-89 | |
| Mar 04, 2020 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 116-113 | |
| Mar 06, 2020 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | L 110-104 | |
| Mar 08, 2020 | @ Washington Wizards | W 100-89 | |
| Mar 11, 2020 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | L 109-98 | |
| Aug 01, 2020 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 125-105 | |
| Aug 03, 2020 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 107-103 | |
| Aug 04, 2020 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 112-106 | |
| Aug 06, 2020 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 130-116 | |
| Aug 08, 2020 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 119-112 | |
| Aug 10, 2020 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 114-92 | |
| Aug 12, 2020 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | L 116-115 | |
| Aug 14, 2020 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 109-92 |