Pat Riley, the president of the Miami Heat, expressed concern over Tyler Herro’s recent injury and his missed playing time.
Riley commented on Herro’s fragility and his limited appearance in only 40 games this season. He suggested that Herro could benefit from making nutritional adjustments and improving his overall health.
Pat Riley on Tyler Herro:
“He’s been fragile… Maybe someday he will surprise everyone and play every game.”
(h/t @5ReasonsSports) pic.twitter.com/F98YgSAZwM
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) May 6, 2024
Riley also criticized the NBA’s new rule requiring players to compete in a minimum of 65 games to be eligible for postseason awards. He believed this rule sends the wrong message and encourages players to sit out even when they are not fully healthy.
In response to Jimmy Butler’s remarks about his potential impact if he were healthy during the playoffs, Riley questioned Butler’s seriousness and advised him to remain silent if he is not actively playing.
Butler suffered an injury in the first quarter of a game against the Philadelphia 76ers and struggled afterwards, resulting in the Heat’s loss.
Riley discussed Herro’s season and recognized his work ethic while acknowledging his injuries. He emphasized the need for Herro to become stronger and better equipped to handle tough defenses that target him.
Riley dismissed Udonis Haslem’s suggestion that Herro should be a sixth man and reiterated that Herro is a starter.
Riley also provided an update on Terry Rozier’s neck injury, mentioning that Rozier is wearing a neck brace and following proper recovery procedures. Riley expressed confidence that Rozier’s injury will heal over time.
Regarding Erik Spoelstra’s contract extension, Riley praised Spoelstra’s coaching skills and acknowledged the stability he brings to the organization.
He stated that players observe the development and success of players under Spoelstra’s guidance, leading to career opportunities.
Riley addressed concerns about Herro’s injuries, criticized the new NBA rule, responded to Butler’s comments and Haslem’s opinions, and offered updates on Rozier’s injury and Spoelstra’s contract extension.
Fans reacted as follows:
pat riley holding his players accountable today
— 𝕮𝖍𝖊𝖊𝖉𝖔𝖊 亗 (@Cheeedoee) May 6, 2024
Pat Riley hates his team 😭😭
— japta (@DubsBetterrr) May 6, 2024
Pat Riley is fed up 😂
— 4th Quarter (@4thQuarterForce) May 6, 2024
First Jimmy now Tyler? Gramps chose violence😂
— BeastBron💜💛 (@bronisabeast) May 6, 2024
HES COOKING EVERYONE WTF
— Geo (@sixersgeo) May 6, 2024
He talks alot for a guy who sleeps during every trade deadline and off season.
— ELdon305 (@Joshywashy3073) May 6, 2024
First he cooked Jimmy now he out here calling Herro “Fragile” 💀
— Ellis Island 23 🏝️ (@3onEllis) May 6, 2024
Pat Riley woke up and chose violence
— The Colosseum – Solana Sportsbook (@Colosseum_so) May 6, 2024
Pat trying to get in on the diss track hype right now… he wildin’ out!
— Evil_Dr_PrkChp (@evildrprkchp) May 6, 2024
Miami GP was yesterday & clearly Pat Riley was talking with Helmut Marko all weekend lol
— Washed Gamer (@MitchellRossman) May 6, 2024
Pat is tired of giving out solid money to players who played through the injuries to get the money. Now sitting on the bench because they got the money.
— Jersey Boy Supreme (@Deshair) May 6, 2024
Pat Riley gon be the first owner to have a whole team refuse to play atp
— Broken Magic 🪄 (@1234djsethunder) May 6, 2024
We need more Pat Riley in the association
— Hardball Sports (@HB_Sports69) May 6, 2024
Pat: “oh and Haslem sucked, always did. I never agreed to retire his jersey.”
— Chris Reilly (@C_Reilly5) May 6, 2024
😳😳 Herro gotta be swinging at the air lol
— Max Escobar (@_maxescobar) May 6, 2024
