Podcast Suggests Miami Heat Had Two Of The Best Henchman In NBA History

Former Miami Heat players Udonis Haslem and James Johnson found themselves in rare company.

They were mentioned with the likes of Zach Randolph, John Salley, Bill Laimbeer and Rick Mahorn as the top henchmen in NBA history. If you're on this list, it means you have no problem with fisticuffs.

All were known for their tough-guy personas. Haslem and Johnson appeared on a debate on the "Come On, Now" podcast. Give it a listen and you'll understand why they are deserving of this honor.

And if that's not enough, here's a look back at some scuffles that involved Johnson and Haslem over the years.

James Johnson vs. Serge Ibaka in 2018

-Ibaka picked the wrong the person to challenge. Not only does Johnson never back down from a fight, he's a trained black belt and MMA fighter.

Udonis Haslem vs. Tyler Hansbrough in 2012 Eastern Conference playoffs

-Haslem took exception to Hansbrough committing a hard foul on All-Star Dwyane Wade. So Haslem got his revenge on a later possession by clocking Hansbrough in the nose on a foul. It left Hansbrough more bloodied than a boxer. Haslem later admitted the play was intentional.

It's safe to say Johnson and Haslem are two NBA players who you don't want to mess with. They have no problem throwing hands. Here's also a look back at some big-scuffles involving the Heat:

A Look Back At Some Memorable Fights In Miami Heat History

Shandel Richardson covers the Miami Heat for Inside The Heat, a Fan Nation channel for Sports Illustrated. He has covered the NBA since 2010.

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