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NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / July 17
'He Knows What he Wants': Pat Riley Speaks on LeBron James’ Highly Anticipated Next Move
Miami has never been shy about chasing stars, but Thursday’s introductory press conference proved the front office isn’t finished dreaming even bigger.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17
Stephen A. Smith pushes back against critics downplaying Heat star Giannis’ impact
Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has generated enormous expectations since arriving from the Milwaukee Bucks, but ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith believes some critics have unfairly downplayed just how dominant the two-time MVP remains.
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
LeBron James News / EssentiallySports / July 17
'Who Are They Jumping': Critic Responds After LeBron James Laughs Off Miami Heat Play-In Prediction
LeBron James‘ free agency has sparked more than speculation about his next destination. Around the league, a different debate is gaining steam. Can he still transform a roster and carry a team into the playoffs?
The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars
At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17
Heat’s Pat Riley blesses Giannis Antetokounmpo with Magic Johnson comparison
Miami Heat president Pat Riley pointed out the similarities he sees in All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Los Angeles Lakers’ Hall of Fame guard Magic Johnson.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 17
Raptors' rookie Allen Graves shows off skills in Summer League win
In an effort to show what he's capable of, the Toronto Raptors' first-round pick impressed during the team's Summer League win on Thursday night.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17
Heat’s Pat Riley teases LeBron James free agency conversations with Rich Paul
The Miami Heat are in the race for LeBron James, and just like the other teams, they believe they have a good chance of signing him. During Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference, Pat Riley noted that they had landed one plane, and they were ready to land another one as far as recruiting James.
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.
Vladislav Goldin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17
Heat re-sign 7-foot Russian center to two-way contract
The Miami Heat on Thursday re-signed center Vladislav Goldin to a two-way contract, according to the official NBA transaction log. The 25-year-old Russian big man returns to Miami after spending his rookie season with the organization following his undrafted status in the 2025 NBA Draft.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 17
LeBron James Will Join Miami Heat Or Philadelphia 76ers, Mario Chalmers Predicts
It appeared the setting would have prompted LeBron James to finally announce his free-agency destination. James sat on stage during the Fanatics Fest on Thursday when Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton asked what everyone wanted James to answer.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / HITC / July 17
Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals why he’s changing jersey number to 7 after Miami Heat move
Giannis Antetokounmpo will leave behind his legacy as No. 34 on the Milwaukee Bucks and embrace a new challenge with the Miami Heat as No. 7. Antetokounmpo has already had a Hall of Fame NBA career over his 13 seasons with the Bucks, but his second chapter with the Heat is going to be special.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16
Heat star Giannis Antetokunmpo gives LeBron James his flowers amid pitch
The Miami Heat are dreaming big, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is ready to roll out the red carpet for NBA royalty. Rumors are swirling around a potential blockbuster reunion between LeBron James and South Beach, and the Heat’s cornerstone isn’t hiding his excitement.
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16
Erik Spoelstra’s face watching Giannis roam Heat locker room sums it all up
Erik Spoelstra is over the moon to have Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Miami Heat squad. So much so that he is looking forward to a new era for South Beach.
Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / July 17
Pat Riley Jokes About Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro Altercation: 'I Don’t Want To Get Knocked Out'
Pat Riley has been the President of Basketball Operations for the Miami Heat since 1995. In 31 years of excellence, he has seen several legendary players go through the ranks of the Heat.
LeBron James News / Miami Heat on SI / July 16
As the Miami Heat wait, LeBron James suggests it won't be much longer
While the NBA world continues to wait for LeBron James to announce where he will be playing basketball for his record breaking 24th season, the "GOAT" was in New York City for FanaticsFest where he did a lot of talking...just not about that decision everyone's been waiting for.
Trevor Keels News / Hoops Rumors / July 16
Trevor Keels Diagnosed With Sprained Right MCL
Free agent guard Trevor Keels has been diagnosed with a sprained medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his right knee and will miss the remainder of Summer League, per Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald (Twitter link).
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / July 16
Key Takeaways from Giannis Antetokounmpo's Miami Heat Introduction
In what Pat Riley called "a great day," the Giannis Antetokounmpo Miami Heat era has officially begun. The All-Star was introduced at a press conference on the main Kaseya Center court in Miami Thursday afternoon.
Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
Pat Riley takes parting shot at Tyler Herro
Miami Heat president Pat Riley got a parting shot in at Tyler Herro on Thursday during Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference. At the start of Thursday’s press conference, Riley made sure to credit all those involved in making the deal bringing Antetokounmpo to the Heat possible.
Vladislav Goldin News / Hoops Rumors / July 16
Heat Re-Sign Vladislav Goldin To Two-Way Contract
The Heat have re-signed center Vladislav Goldin to a new two-way contract, according to the official NBA transaction log (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype).
Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
NBA issues statement about Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro altercation
The NBA has weighed in on the recent altercation between former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro in Las Vegas. In a statement, the league said it has had discussions with Adebayo and Herro, as well as representatives from the NBPA.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16
LeBron James faces one obvious problem to join Heat
Heat LeBron was the best LeBron. He was in his prime, played nearly all five spots and finally won his first NBA championship.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 14
Team USA announces additions to men's basketball coaching staff
With the 2028 Summer Olympics rapidly approaching, the Team USA Men's Basketball program is busy working on finalizing its coaching staff.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 13
Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas continues dominating NBA Summer League
The impact of the NBA Summer League is debatable, but the Cleveland Cavaliers' second-round pick is making the most of his opportunity to test his game
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