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Heat take life lessons from unexpected run to NBA Finals

DENVER: Whether it was toughness through adversity or bonding with teammates, the Miami Heat took some life lessons from their unexpected run to the NBA Finals.

The Heat, only the second eighth seed in NBA history to reach the best-of-seven series, lost 94-89 at Denver on Monday to fall 4-1 in a disappointing end to a magical run as a play-in team.