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The most important trade in Miami Heat history

Since Pat Riley became president of the Miami Heat, the team has made big moves for star players and has won three championships. Still, the most important move in franchise history was the big one that started it all — trading for Alonzo Mourning.

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Bam Adebayo being underrated now that Heat have their superstar

The Miami Heat are warming up for a season unlike any they've had since LeBron James returned to Cleveland over a decade ago. And yet somehow, the addition of one superstar in South Beach is already causing the NBA world to overlook the longtime heart and soul of the team.

Giannis Antetokounmpo makes a bold guarantee against East rivals

Ranking NBA's Christmas Day schedule: 2026 NBA Finals rematch headlines star-studded holiday

Norman Powell explains Heat comments after Bobby Portis fires back

DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12

Giannis Antetokounmpo makes a bold guarantee against East rivals

Giannis Antetokounmpo will play on Christmas Day in his first season with his new team, and he’s already looking forward to giving Miami Heat fans a present in the form of a victory over the Boston Celtics.

Dwyane Wade News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12

Dwyane Wade fan had an incredible encounter with Heat icon at an unexpected location

One lifelong Dwyane Wade fan had the encounter of a lifetime with the very person he grew up idolizing. The fan, Dustin Chau, shared his unforgettable experience of meeting the Miami Heat legend while hiking, via a post on Instagram.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 12

How things played out for the Heat's last 5 first round draft picks

The Miami Heat are known as being a team that consistently finds players when no one else can. Their ability to find undrafted gems is well known. They are an organization that prides themselves on this skill.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

NBA News / HITC / August 12

Gabe Vincent slams Kobe Bryant fans for criticising Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game

Former LA Lakers and Miami Heat star Gabe Vincent believes people criticising Bam Adebayo for breaking Kobe Bryant’s record are being ridiculous. Adebayo broke Bryant’s 81-point scoring record earlier this year, but earned a fair amount of criticism for chasing the record.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / HITC / August 12

Miami Heat linked to three-time All-Star guard to complete roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo

Miami Heat might be interested in adding one of the best remaining free agents on the market to build their roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Heat gave up a lot of assets to acquire Antetokounmpo, sending four rotational players and multiple draft picks to land the superstar player this franchise has missed since Jimmy Butler’s exit.

Anthony Edwards News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Giannis’ Miami Heat Debut to Feature Anthony Edwards

The Miami Heat won't have to wait long to be battle tested in the Giannis Antetokounmpo era. The Miami Heat are set to face Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves in the Kaseya center on Wednesday October 21st.

Bam Adebayo News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Can Bam Adebayo return to the All-Star game?

Bam Adebayo has made the All-Star team three times over his career, and for Miami Heat fans that number probably feels like it is lower than it should be.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 11

Norman Powell explains Heat comments after Bobby Portis fires back

Bulls newcomer Norman Powell was trying to explain why he isn’t still with the Heat. Bobby Portis apparently didn’t appreciate becoming part of the explanation.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Norman Powell believed he would play with Giannis in Miami

Former Miami Heat guard Norman Powell thought that he would re-sign with the Miami Heat and potentially play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo. Powell recently opened up about his departure from Miami and revealed that he believed the Heat’s pursuit of Antetokounmpo could eventually result in the two teaming up.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11

DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup

Why mutual interest hasn't yet led to a deal for DeRozan.

Russell Westbrook on remaining unsigned: ‘I don’t think about it’

Lakers tied to prime buyout candidate to pair with Luka Doncic

Bobby Portis fires back at Norman Powell’s comments about him

The 'NBA all-time leading scorers' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat debut will be LaMelo Ball’s Timberwolves debut

The 2026-27 NBA season is two months away, but Opening Week (Oct. 20-22) is already on the books. That week, Giannis Antetokounmpo will debut for the Miami Heat and LaMelo Ball will start anew with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Exploring who grabs the Heat's final roster spots

The Miami Heat schedule is releasing this week, signaling the end of the offseason is near. That brings us to the next activity on the calendar and that is training camp.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Miami Heat included on Christmas Day schedule for first time since 2023

The Miami Heat are back on the NBA's Christmas Day schedule for the first time since 2023, visiting the Boston Celtics. The arrival of Giannis Antetokounmpo has the franchise back among the league's marquee teams worth showcasing, so they were included on the five-game slate announced Tuesday morning.

Andrew Wiggins News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

It is time to have a talk about Andrew Wiggins

The Miami Heat continue to make headlines and are often the topic of podcast host looking for attention. This is what happens when you typically produce results and then trade for the top player on the market in Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / EssentiallySports / August 11

Miami Heat Put Restrictions on Giannis Antetokounmpo as Greece’s World Cup Hopes Take Major Hit

Greece will have to navigate a critical stretch of its FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 qualifying campaign without Giannis Antetokounmpo. On Tuesday morning, the call-ups for the August international window were announced, but the superstar’s name was missing.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / August 11

Norman Powell Blames Miami Heat After Backlash Over Decision Not to Team Up With Giannis Antetokounmpo

The NBA’s business decisions rarely stay private for long. Norman Powell is now pushing back against Miami Heat fans who claim he chose a bigger payday over the chance to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Bobby Portis fires back at Norman Powell’s comments about him

A current Miami Heat player is going after a former one this week. New Chicago Bulls guard Norman Powell spoke this week in an interview with Mark Medina of Fadeaway World.

Tre Donaldson News / Fadeaway World / August 10

Who Is Tre Donaldson? Undrafted Heat Guard Turns Heads Alongside Cade Cunningham, Cam Boozer

The offseason is typically marked by players going on vacation to rest and recuperate before the new season. However, for younger players, each day is an opportunity to get better.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

How Heat’s Giannis, Bam Adebayo are influencing Davion Mitchell’s 2026-27 goals

With the Miami Heat’s new-look team featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, one piece that will prove to be crucial is point guard Davion Mitchell.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / August 6

Miami Heat Host Annual Back-to-School Shopping Spree Presented by Walmart and Morgan & Morgan

The Miami Heat kicked off the new school year in classic Heat Culture fashion today. They hosted their annual Back-to-School Shopping Spree, presented by Morgan & Morgan, at the Walmart Supercenter on West Flagler Street in the Fontainebleau area of Miami.