Wade was the focal point of Miami’s offense, driving playmaking and scoring. His balance of efficiency and playmaking established him as a key player in Miami’s title push.
MVP-8, DPOY-21, AS, NBA2, DEF2
Shaquille O’Neal
Starter/Star (1.1)
34.1
High (1.2)
22.9
10.4
2.7
2.3
91.7
Shaq dominated the paint with his scoring and rebounding. His defensive presence was also crucial, establishing him as a central figure in Miami’s postseason run.
MVP-2, DPOY-8, AS, NBA1
Eddie Jones
Starter/Star (1.1)
35.5
Medium (1.1)
12.7
5.1
2.7
1.1
45.5
Jones was a reliable two-way presence, contributing as a perimeter scorer and a defensive stopper. His ability to play on both ends made him a cornerstone of Miami’s rotation.
Udonis Haslem
Key Contributor (1.05)
33.4
Medium (1.1)
10.9
9.1
1.4
0.8
45.8
Haslem’s relentless rebounding and defensive contributions helped Miami control the glass, providing the team with the grit and toughness needed for deep playoff runs.
Damon Jones
Key Contributor (1.05)
31.4
Medium (1.1)
11.6
2.8
4.3
1.0
41.4
Jones was a critical floor spacer, contributing with efficient shooting from deep while also providing solid playmaking off the bench. His offensive flexibility helped balance Miami’s attack.
Rasual Butler
Bench (1.0)
18.5
Low (1.0)
6.5
2.3
0.6
0.7
16.5
Butler’s role as a versatile forward off the bench was important for Miami. His shooting and defense kept the rotation balanced, though his consistency was sometimes an issue.
Shandon Anderson
Bench (1.0)
17.7
Low (1.0)
3.9
2.9
1.1
0.6
14.6
Anderson contributed as a defensive wing, capable of stretching the floor, though his offensive impact was often limited. He was important in short spurts off the bench.
Michael Doleac
Bench (1.0)
14.7
Low (1.0)
4.0
3.2
0.5
0.3
13.2
Doleac provided depth as a reserve center, offering occasional scoring and rebounding. His contributions were largely limited to supporting roles in spot minutes.
Keyon Dooling
Bench (1.0)
16.0
Low (1.0)
5.2
1.2
1.8
0.1
13.2
Dooling’s contributions were mainly as a backup point guard. His playmaking was useful, but he wasn’t a central figure in Miami’s offense, providing depth behind more prominent players.
Christian Laettner
Bench (1.0)
15.1
Low (1.0)
5.3
2.7
0.8
0.6
12.6
Laettner’s contributions were largely as a veteran presence off the bench. His shooting and leadership were valuable in limited minutes during the regular season.
Alonzo Mourning
Key Contributor (1.05)
12.9
Low (1.0)
5.0
3.7
0.2
1.7
13.4
Mourning’s defensive presence and shot-blocking ability kept him an integral part of Miami’s playoff run. Despite limited minutes, he was an important contributor when the game slowed down.
Team Totals
–
243.7
–
101.5
43.0
21.8
22.1
369.5
Miami’s strong balance between offense and defense, led by Wade’s scoring and Shaq’s dominance, helped drive them to success in both the regular season and playoffs.
Wade was Miami’s top scorer, relentlessly attacking the basket while contributing in multiple facets of the game. His leadership was crucial, especially in closing games. His scoring efficiency was key for the team.
Shaquille O’Neal
Starter/Star (1.1)
33.2
Medium (1.1)
19.4
7.8
1.9
2.3
80.4
Shaq dominated the paint with his scoring and rebounding. He was less mobile but had the power to control the game inside, making him a consistent anchor for the team.
Eddie Jones
Starter/Star (1.1)
40.1
Medium (1.1)
13.7
5.8
2.6
1.2
49.4
Jones was a reliable scorer and defender, playing a major role on both ends of the floor. His perimeter shooting and ability to create for others were vital in Miami’s rotation.
Udonis Haslem
Key Contributor (1.05)
36.2
Medium (1.1)
9.2
10.0
1.0
0.5
36.6
Haslem’s rebounding and hustle were indispensable. His defense and work ethic made him a key piece in Miami’s success, and he continued to be a solid presence in the frontcourt.
Damon Jones
Key Contributor (1.05)
33.2
Medium (1.1)
12.1
2.7
4.0
1.0
38.3
Jones provided Miami with shooting and ball-handling. His ability to hit from beyond the arc made him an important perimeter threat, and his playmaking ability was a strong asset.
Keyon Dooling
Bench (1.0)
17.6
Low (1.0)
7.3
1.1
2.3
0.1
15.9
Dooling’s impact came mainly as a backup guard, offering limited scoring and playmaking in spot minutes. He showed flashes as a capable contributor but lacked consistency.
Alonzo Mourning
Key Contributor (1.05)
16.9
Low (1.0)
6.1
4.8
0.3
1.7
23.3
Mourning’s shot-blocking and defense in limited minutes were critical for Miami’s post-defense. Despite his reduced role, his presence in the paint was vital in slowing down opponents.
Rasual Butler
Bench (1.0)
15.2
Low (1.0)
4.7
1.5
0.6
0.1
10.9
Butler’s role was limited but still important in providing energy and defense. His shooting touch kept defenses honest when he entered the game, though he wasn’t consistent in offensive output.
Shandon Anderson
Bench (1.0)
12.1
Low (1.0)
1.0
2.4
0.6
0.0
5.3
Anderson’s contributions were minimal in this stretch, primarily acting as a filler in the rotation. He provided some defense and rebounding but didn’t contribute offensively.
Christian Laettner
Bench (1.0)
10.5
Low (1.0)
2.2
1.9
0.5
0.0
6.3
Laettner’s role was mainly as a veteran leader off the bench. His minutes were sporadic, and his impact on games was limited to his ability to space the floor occasionally.
Michael Doleac
Bench (1.0)
7.2
Low (1.0)
1.8
1.6
0.3
0.1
4.0
Doleac’s time on the court was rare and mainly as a filler. His performance was not significant in terms of scoring or defense but provided some depth in the center position.
Steve Smith
Bench (1.0)
2.7
Low (1.0)
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Smith’s limited minutes and lack of impact meant that he did not contribute significantly in this period.
Team Totals
–
243.3
–
98.0
41.6
18.9
24.5
371.1
Miami’s mix of scoring, defense, and leadership from Wade and Shaq anchored their rotation. Despite limited bench contributions, the core players carried the load in both scoring and defense.
