Heat holding out hope for playoff spot

Miami prepares for Washington Wednesday

Dion Waiters practiced on his injured ankle

MIAMI – Win and hope.  That's the formula for the Miami Heat as they head into their final game of the season.

The Heat are still alive in the playoff race heading into game 82 of the season.

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Miami needs to beat Washington on Wednesday night to have any chance.

In addition, the Heat need a loss from either Chicago or Indiana.

The Heat are hoping to complete a remarkable turnaround after an 11-30 start.

Guard Dion Waiters was seen practicing on his injured ankle, but is not expected to play.

Forwards Josh McRoberts and Luke Babbitt have been taken off of the injury report.

Miami's last game was an overtime thriller where the Heat beat the Cavs 124-121.

 


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David Lang is executive producer of the Local 10 sports department.