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Key takeaways from Heat preseason opener against the Timberwolves

The Miami Heat opened their 2022-2023 chapter – the 35th season in franchise history – with a preseason defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

In the long run the game doesn’t hold much bearing, given the absences on both sides: D’Angelo Russell, Karl Anthony-Towns, and major offseason acquisition Rudy Gobert didn’t see action for Minny, while Jimmy Butler, Gabe Vincent, and Victor Oladipo were absent for Miami. All aforementioned players, if healthy, are expected to play significant roles for their respective teams this season.

But there were a few takeaways from the Heat’s side worth mentioning and to observe moving forward as Miami finishes their tune-ups leading up to their regular season opener against the Chicago Bulls on October 19.