Bleacher Report released a consensus list of the top 100 NBA players, including eight former Miami Heat players. Alonzo Mourning, ranked 87th, was crucial in the late 1990s, winning Defensive Player of the Year twice. Jimmy Butler ranked 83rd, contributing significantly to two NBA Finals appearances. Chris Bosh, placed at 71st, was vital to the Heat's Big 3, averaging 18.0 points before injuries impacted his career. Gary Payton, ranked 53rd, was a key defender and played a role in Miami's first championship.
Alonzo Mourning was the backbone of the late 1990s Heat teams, winning Defensive Player of the Year twice while averaging 19.8 points and 9.7 rebounds.
Jimmy Butler averaged 21.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 5.7 assists and helped lead the Heat to NBA Finals appearances in 2019-20 and 2022-23.
Chris Bosh was crucial to the Heat's Big 3 with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, averaging 18.0 points and 7.3 rebounds in six seasons.
Gary Payton, known as The Glove, was an insanely gifted defender and contributed to the Heat's first-ever championship.
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