Miami Heat face longest losing streak since 2008

• Meanwhile, Butler's new team — the Golden State Warriors — are 14-3 since trading for him.

In relationship terms, our ex is thriving while we're curled up in bed clutching our Dwyane Wade jersey.

What they're saying: "I have not come up with enough answers for this team," coach Erik Spoelstra said Monday night after a 21-point loss to New York.

• "I have to do a better job. Our group has to do a better job. We have to put our feet into the dirt and hold our ground at this point."

By the numbers: This is the longest losing streak of Spoelstra's 17-year career.

• The last time Miami lost eight straight games, in 2008, Heat president Pat Riley was still coaching and Spoelstra was an assistant, per the AP.
• Miami has lost 18 games this season after holding double-digit leads, tied for the most in the NBA, the Miami Herald reports.

Sign of the vibes: The Heat online store had a massive 80% sale a few days ago, but it's since cooled to 30%.

State of play: If the Heat (29-39) want to make the playoffs, they will likely have to compete in the NBA Play-In Tournament, where seeds No. 7-10 fight for the final two spots in each conference, per the Herald.

• Miami, which currently holds the No. 10 seed, kicks off a five-game home stand tonight against Detroit at 7:30pm.
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