Erik Spoelstra Confirms Heat’s Commitment to Kel’el Ware

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra expressed disappointment in center Kel’el Ware’s performance after benching him during the second half of a loss to the Boston Celtics, stating Ware was “stacking days in the wrong direction.” However, before a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Spoelstra clarified his commitment to developing Ware, emphasizing the coaching staff’s investment in his growth. Ware, who found Spoelstra’s comments surprising, acknowledged the difficulty of adjusting to fluctuating minutes and roles while trying to maintain consistent effort on the court.

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