As we look into our collective crystal balls for the 2021-22 (can’t believe the year is almost over) Heat NBA season, a few things jump out at the casual observer. The first thing will be just that – observers. You see, for the first time in three seasons, fans will be allowed back into NBA arenas, and depending on where you live, that could mean a huge home court advantage – or just some more noise in the rafters.

Once every four years world-class athletes gather to compete against each other, and for a chance at immortality. Let’s face it: you may accomplish a lot of things in your life but to be known as an Olympic champion is a dream few of us will ever realize.

The Miami Marlins have revamped the franchise this offseason with the hope of contending for their third playoff birth in team history. The team is opening the doors to a brand new stadium this year and can boast a place to call their own for the first time since the team’s inception in 1993.