The Miami Heat’s loss to the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night has sparked a wave of reactions from fans. Many are already looking ahead to the future, and specifically to Cooper Flagg. The Heat fell 119-111 in a game that saw Tyler Herro make a controversial decision late in the fourth quarter. Instead of taking a wide-open layup, Herro opted to shoot a three-pointer. The shot missed, and the Heat’s chances of a comeback slipped away.

Herro’s choice has become a focal point for fans, with some seeing it as a reason for the team’s struggles, and others turning their attention to the possibility of drafting Flagg, the highly-touted prospect from Duke. Social media lit up with reactions, including one fan declaring, “COOPER FLAGG YOU ARE A HEAT,” while another chimed in, “Herro wants Cooper Flagg.”

He’s getting us Cooper Flagg, chess not checkers pic.twitter.com/XzqS3wBk7R

He’s getting us Cooper Flagg, chess not checkers pic.twitter.com/XzqS3wBk7R

— Hail the Heat 🔥 (36-44) (@hailtheheat) April 10, 2025

The Heat’s loss dropped them to a 36-44 record for the season, solidifying their position as the 10th seed in the Eastern Conference. Despite the team’s struggles, fans are finding hope in the idea of landing Flagg, whose talent and potential have made him one of the most talked-about young players in basketball.

Flagg, a standout at Duke, has been turning heads with his impressive stats. This season, he’s averaged 18.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game. His ability to impact both ends of the court has made him a top prospect and a potential game-changer for any team lucky enough to draft him.

As the Heat prepare for the play-in tournament, the buzz around Flagg continues to grow. Whether or not he ends up in Miami, Heat fans are ready for change, and they’re not shy about saying it.