Night one of the NBA season was quite the classic as the Oklahoma City Thunder held on for a 125-124 2OT win over the Houston Rockets. For Heat fans watching, it was a reminder of just how far Miami has to go before rejoining the land of the elites.
And one of the most notable aspects about both rosters is that, beyond just sheer star power, both teams have a clear methodology of how they want their roster built, which runs in stark contrast with how the Heat are built.
Heat dependent on small ball in 2025/26
It was noted prior to the game that Houston's starting lineup had an average height of 6'10".