The Miami Heat really struggle against players who have a single, all-encompassing skill.
If the opponent's strong point is a center with excellent one-on-one skills, the Heat are not afraid. For example, Olajuwon is not intimidating to Moning. When those two face-off, the outcomes are usually mixed and their stats are quite even as they defensively push each other to the brink. When it comes to sheer defense, Moning is not phased by Olajuwon.
If the opponent employs a team-based strategy, the Heat are also unafraid. Just focusing on defense, they can use the iron-clad defense built around Moning to wear their opponents down.
But when the other team has a player who can dominate from the outside, boasting superior physique and strength, and precise shooting, the Heat truly struggle to defend!
Kurt Thomas has already exhausted himself, almost losing control, using every little trick, and it's fair to say being quite rough.
