Miami Heat president Pat Riley remains defiant in the face of increasing criticism of his stewardship of the franchise and "Heat Culture."

Regardless of whatever the critics are saying, Pat Riley's confidence in his methods has not changed. In his mind, the best way to win a championship is by finding a group of like-minded players who are willing to give up their own stats for the sake of pursuing a win.

Miami Heat president Pat Riley finally responded to the criticism that “Heat Culture” has faced over the past several weeks. The Heat traded away Jimmy Butler this season after refusing to offer him a contract extension— a move the franchise may now be regretting.