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Heat Legend Udonis Haslem Debuts New Venture: All About The Buzz Around ‘The OGs’ Podcast Featuring Two NBA Champions

Published 12/16/2023, 8:02 AM EST

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Just a few months after retiring, Udonis Haslem is all set to make his podcast debut. The Miami Heat boast a rich basketball culture and history, defined by success. The iconic ‘Heat Culture’ and the involvement of numerous NBA legends make it quite a formidable force in recent history. Fortunately, fans will be able to delve into the franchise like never before thanks to the OG’s new podcast.

The longest tenured Heat player ever, having been with the team for their first 3 championships, has passed the reins to future players. Now, UD is launching a podcast where he’ll share insights alongside a former teammate. In case you haven’t heard, here is a brief about Haslem’s new show and his first guest.

Udonis Haslem teams up with Mike Miller for ‘The OGs’ podcast

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What adds intrigue to the Miami Heat’s legacy is the participation of prominent stars like Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh, Shaquille O’Neal, and LeBron James. Udonis Haslem has been a firsthand witness to each of these era, having played alongside all the iconic figures while carving out a unique path for himself.

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After retiring early this year, UD intends to carry on his Heat legacy in a different way. Along with his ex-teammate, Haslem will share their lesser-known and intriguing insights on the past as well as the current happenings in the NBA. Haslem also shared the update on his IG story.

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His co-host is none other than 2x NBA champion Mike Miller. Their new podcast promises to unveil the untold stories of their illustrious NBA careers. Their deep-rooted history is sure to add a unique dynamic to their podcast, offering listeners an insider’s perspective on the league.

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Haslem and Miller’s connection dates back to their AAU days when the two played for the Florida Gators in 1998. 15 years later, Miller and UD would support Miami’s Big 3 during their two-peat.  As they share the highs and lows of their journeys, Haslem and Miller aim to foster a deeper connection between fans and the sport, making their podcast a must-listen. If that’s not enough, then you can count on an array of top-tier NBA stars as special guests.

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Who could be OG’s podcast’s first guest?

Heat fans can anticipate a special first guest on the podcast, as Heat star Bam Adebayo steps into the spotlight. Acknowledging  Haslem’s leadership void, Adebayo, at 25, was bound to take up the job. With the mentorship and faith instilled by Haslem, he might be the next Miami Heat Great.

From guiding young players to influencing veterans like Jimmy Butler, Haslem’s legacy has been inspirational indeed. Just like the legend, Adebayo also started his career with the Heat and since then has been standing strong with the team.

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We have seen the duo’s partnership as well as their friendship. So Adebayo seems like the right candidate to be their first guest. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments section below.

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