New-look offense hasn't changed Heat's obvious formula for winning

Charlotte Hornets v Miami Heat | Megan Briggs/GettyImagesA brand new (although slightly familiar) approach to the offensive end has been the biggest talking point around the start of the Miami Heat's season. And for good reason. When a team that perpetually ranks among the NBA's bottom-third in offensive efficiency is suddenly occupying the category's No. 10 spot, per NBA.com, that's worth discussing.

If the Heat can put up points like this, they'll be an absolute handful for opponents. That's not, however, the same as saying offense will determine how far this group can go. Because for all of the changes made on that end, the defensive side of the floor still holds this team's true identity.

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