For all of the hype and excitement that surrounded LeBron James and the rest of the Miami Heat this season, they have also had their fair share of bad, embarrassing moments.
Despite all of the highlight plays and impressive stat-lines from their two superstars and one expensive role player, the Heat have had some inexcusable losses as well.
The Heat reached a new low point on Thursday night, blowing a 24 point lead en route to a 99-96 loss to the rival Orlando Magic. To make matters worse, this particular collapse occurred on their home floor.
Although Miami's record is still a very impressive 43-18, there is plenty of reason to panic. They have had trouble closing out games all season, and are only 5-12 in games that are decided by five points or less. They have also lost all three games they have played against the Boston Celtics, the team they will have to ultimately go through if they want to advance to the NBA finals.
Here are the Heat's 10 worst losses thus far this season.
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LeBron James and the Miami Heat: Their 10 Worst Losses of the Year
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