How Kyle Lowry’s sacrifice to move to Heat’s bench made them a better team

MIAMI – On March 11, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra ended one of the NBA’s most impressive streaks. While Spoelstra’s initial plan was to move Lowry back into the starting group as the playoffs neared, the timing made it difficult for him to make it happen. “At this point, it’s all about the team and figuring out what the team needs and what’s best for us,” Lowry said. But to me, that’s a grown-man move to let an undrafted player start, and you figure out your way to impact winning off the bench.” It also can’t be overlooked how much Lowry has done behind the scenes to aid the development of Vincent, who has played a vital part in Miami’s success in the first two rounds. '” Even if his role isn’t as significant as some hoped it would be for a point guard making north of $28 million this season, Lowry has earned immense respect in the Heat’s locker room.