Christopher Cruz

Christopher Cruz

Joined: Jan 3, 2015

Christopher Cruz lives in Brooklyn, New York, but originally hails from the city of Miami. He is a contributor for Hoops Habit, and a basketball fanatic. A true philosopher, he will deconstruct your negative thoughts about Dwyane Wade.

Apr 15, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley (30) looks for an opening past Philadelphia 76ers forward Robert Covington (33) during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Sad Story of Michael Beasley

January 11, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Miami Heat center Chris Bosh (1) controls the ball against the defense of Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

What We Can Expect With 5 Months Of Rest For Miami Heat

May 3, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward DeMarre Carroll (5) shows emotion against the Washington Wizards in the first quarter in game one of the second round of the NBA Playoffs. at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Would DeMarre Carroll Fit On The Miami Heat?

Apr 9, 2015; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra (left) talks with guard Mario Chalmers (right) during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat: Looking For More Depth

Apr 15, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Heat won 105-101. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Is Erik Spoelstra A Good Coach?

Apr 13, 2015; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) takes a breather during the first half against the Orlando Magic at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

How Dwyane Wade Can Help Next Season?

Feb 20, 2015; New York, NY, USA; Miami Heat point guard Shabazz Napier (13) reacts against the New York Knicks during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Should The Miami Heat Consider Trading Shabazz Napier?

Jun 13, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Miami Heat president Pat Riley and his wife Chris Riley watch during the fourth quarter of game four against the San Antonio Spurs in the 2013 NBA Finals at the AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Pat Riley: Overconfidence, Anger And A Lack Of Empathy

Jan 16, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Miami Heat center Chris Bosh (1) as a timeout is called after making a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Miami Heat defeated the Sacramento Kings 95-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

What Can Miami Heat Fans Expect from Chris Bosh

Apr 7, 2015; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (7) dribbles the ball past Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) in the second half at American Airlines Arena. The Heat won 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Robert Mayer-USA TODAY Sports

What Goran Dragic’s Opt Out Means For Miami Heat

Apr 15, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Miami Heat guard Zoran Dragic (12) reacts to an officials call during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Heat won 105-101. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Where Do Miami Heat Go From Here?

Apr 11, 2015; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) dribbles the ball against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

What Miami Heat Need To Make The Playoffs

Apr 5, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Rodney Stuckey (2) guards Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 112-89. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat: When Hopes Are Dashed

Mar 29, 2015; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) dribbles the ball as Detroit Pistons forward Tayshaun Prince (22) defends in the second half at American Airlines Arena. The Heat won 109-102. Mandatory Credit: Robert Mayer-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat Stay Determined Through Injuries

Mar 24, 2015; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Miami Heat forward Udonis Haslem (40) reacts after being called for a foul during the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Milwaukee won 89-88. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat: The Udonis Haslem We Forgot

Mar 22, 2015; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (21) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Hassan Whiteside Let Miami Heat Down