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'You Have No Sniff or Sign of the Heat Culture' - Evan Turner Believes Giannis Antetokounmpo’s presence Has Hurt the Miami Heat

'You Have No Sniff or Sign of the Heat Culture' - Evan Turner Believes Giannis Antetokounmpo’s presence Has Hurt the Miami Heat

Before the 2026-27 NBA season began, the Miami Heat were expected by many to compete for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. However, the team has received a harsh reality check during the opening weeks of the campaign, losing six of its first nine games and moving dangerously close to falling out of the Play-In Tournament picture.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / November 7
Heat’s problems go beyond slow start, with numbers pointing to both ends

Heat’s problems go beyond slow start, with numbers pointing to both ends

The Heat have Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and a 3-6 record. Safe to say, that wasn’t the idea. There’s time to straighten things out. But this goes beyond waiting for a few more shots to fall.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 7
Three Sad Miami Heat Statistics to Monitor... and Improve

Three Sad Miami Heat Statistics to Monitor... and Improve

3-6. That's the number that has received the most attention regarding the Miami Heat this season, and rightly so. For the talk of better talent and vibes this offseason and preseason, and how the Heat would speed to the top of the standings, the engine is hardly revving out of the NBA garage.

Klay Thompson News / HITC / November 7
‘Touch grass’ – Klay Thompson shares ‘Nor Cal’ recovery day including cold cuts at the beach

‘Touch grass’ – Klay Thompson shares ‘Nor Cal’ recovery day including cold cuts at the beach

The Miami Heat suffered another disappointing loss recently but Klay Thompson recently shared how he is coping with the defeat. Klay Thompson hasn’t been with the Golden State Warriors for over two years now, but California will always be home to him.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Yardbarker / November 7
Cam'Ron savages Doc Rivers for 'always complaining' after Giannis Antetokounmpo IQ jab

Cam'Ron savages Doc Rivers for 'always complaining' after Giannis Antetokounmpo IQ jab

Cam'Ron went after Doc Rivers' coaching resume Friday, one day after Rivers questioned Giannis Antetokounmpo's basketball IQ. 

Doc Rivers on Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I wish he’d learned how to execute better’
Giannis Antetokounmpo skips media obligations after Heat lose to Warriors
Doc Rivers has unflattering assessment of Giannis Antetokounmpo
The 'Famous athletes named Jason' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Miami Heat News / HITC / November 6
‘Gyro Greek brain’ – Kobe Bryant’s ex-teammate brutally calls Giannis Antetokounmpo dumb

‘Gyro Greek brain’ – Kobe Bryant’s ex-teammate brutally calls Giannis Antetokounmpo dumb

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat may be struggling, but one former Laker has made some truly out of pocket comments about the Greek Freak. The move from Milwaukee to Miami isn’t going exactly how he planned it for Giannis Antetokounmpo at the moment.

Andrew Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6
Andrew Wiggins gets real on rough start to Heat season

Andrew Wiggins gets real on rough start to Heat season

As the Miami Heat are off to an ugly 3-6 start to the season after the 120-100 loss to the Golden State Warriors, it was a reunion for two specific players on the team.

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Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7
 Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance
Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever
 Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever
Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction
 Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction
Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
 Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6
Why Heat’s Erik Spoelstra ‘feels’ for Tim Hardaway Jr. amid limited minutes

Why Heat’s Erik Spoelstra ‘feels’ for Tim Hardaway Jr. amid limited minutes

With the Golden State Warriors beating the Miami Heat on Thursday on the second night of a back-to-back, 120-100, the latter is still looking to find its groove with all its new faces such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Klay Thompson, and others.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6
Klay Thompson reveals why Heat will ‘turn it around’ amid ugly 3-6 start

Klay Thompson reveals why Heat will ‘turn it around’ amid ugly 3-6 start

With the Miami Heat (3-6) losing to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, 120-100, it marked another step back for the team that came into the season with high expectations.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / November 6
Heat clearly need more from Andrew Wiggins, supporting cast

Heat clearly need more from Andrew Wiggins, supporting cast

The Heat added Giannis Antetokounmpo and immediately inherited questions about how he would fit alongside Bam Adebayo. Nine games in, Miami might want to spend more time worrying about the guys around them.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

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.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / November 6
Antetokounmpo skips media obligations after Heat lose to Warriors

Giannis Antetokounmpo skips media obligations after Heat lose to Warriors

There is no way around it — this start to the NBA season has been a complete disaster for the Miami Heat.

It's time to start taking Warriors seriously after convincing win vs. Heat
Stephen Curry (29), Warriors handle Heat for sixth straight win
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 6
Miami Heat Stock Watch: Who's Rising and Falling After Collapse Against Warriors

Miami Heat Stock Watch: Who's Rising and Falling After Collapse Against Warriors

Whose stock is up and whose on the downside after the Miami Heat lose to the Golden State Warriors. The Miami Heat are 10th in the Eastern Conference and have a 3-6 record.

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 The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz
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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / November 6

The Heat's Best Lineup Isn't Starting and That Needs to Change

With a 5:04 left in the 4th quarter of a game that would go into overtime on Wednesday night against the Clippers, Andrew Wiggins sat down on the bench and didn't get back up.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / EssentiallySports / November 6
'He’s Not Easy': Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Former Coach Takes a Shot at His IQ Amid Heat’s Rocky Start

'He’s Not Easy': Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Former Coach Takes a Shot at His IQ Amid Heat’s Rocky Start

The tides seem to turn against Giannis Antetokounmpo amid the Miami Heat’s troubling start. While the big man’s consistent effort on the floor kept him away from criticism, his former coach, Doc Rivers, has put the red spotlight on him for the first time.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6
Steph Curry had cheeky on-court moment with Klay Thompson

Steph Curry had cheeky on-court moment with Klay Thompson

Steph Curry had some fun with his old pal Thursday as the Miami Heat visited Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif. Klay Thompson returned to his old stomping grounds in a Heat uniform for the first time.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 6
Doc Rivers on Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I wish he’d learned how to execute better’

Doc Rivers on Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I wish he’d learned how to execute better’

The Heat are 3-6, and their partnership with Giannis Antetokounmpo is still finding its way. His former coach has a fairly blunt assessment of what needs to improve.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Heat star Klay Thompson has that look on his face ahead of Warriors showdown

Heat star Klay Thompson has that look on his face ahead of Warriors showdown

Klay Thompson is back in the Bay Area, and the Miami Heat sharpshooter looks locked in ahead of Thursday night’s showdown with the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s official injury status vs. Warriors

Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s official injury status vs. Warriors

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been dealing with a right wrist sprain. On Thursday night, the Heat are set to play the Golden State Warriors on the road following a thrilling 117-116 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday.

Erik Spoelstra News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Erik Spoelstra Gets Real On Heat’s Struggles And How To Move Forward After Ugly Start

Erik Spoelstra Gets Real On Heat’s Struggles And How To Move Forward After Ugly Start

After signing Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Miami Heat had every expectation of being a top team in the East. Eight games in, however, and reality has set in fast for the franchise after a rocky 3-5 start.

Klay Thompson News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6
Klay Thompson sends a telling message to the Warriors after hitting a game-winner

Klay Thompson sends a telling message to the Warriors after hitting a game-winner

Klay Thompson was already thinking about beating his former team moments after making the biggest shot he’s made since joining the Miami Heat. Thompson

Klay Thompson News / Miami Heat on SI / November 5
Klay Comes Through: Miami Heat Escape on Thompson's Game-Winner

Klay Comes Through: Miami Heat Escape on Thompson's Game-Winner

The Heat won a thriller against the Clippers in overtime 117-116 on a Klay Thompson corner three. It was an outstanding play call by head coach Erik Spoelstra and his staff.

Miami Heat News / EssentiallySports / November 5
'There’s Zero Urgency': Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Rips Bam Adebayo and Co. Without Sparing His Own Son

'There’s Zero Urgency': Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Rips Bam Adebayo and Co. Without Sparing His Own Son

Miami Heat’s most anticipated campaign has gone in all the wrong directions possible. Seven games in, Bam Adebayo & Co. are 2-5 and struggling to live up to expectations.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 4
Sweet 16,000: LeBron James adds to his legend

Sweet 16,000: LeBron James adds to his legend with latest career achievement

Even though Philadelphia doesn't rely on him to carry the scoring load, James continues to make history.

Joel Embiid gets a technical foul for heated altercation with Pistons player
Jaylen Brown reveals who is truly taking charge for the 76ers
Kingston Flemings shines for Hawks in first career start
Jonathan Kuminga gets a flagrant foul for elbowing Alperen Sengun in face
James Harden appears to have an in-game argument with Kenny Atkinson
Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / November 4
Dwyane Wade Explains Why Bam Adebayo And The Heat Are Struggling This Season

Dwyane Wade Explains Why Bam Adebayo And The Heat Are Struggling This Season

When the Miami Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo and paired him with Bam Adebayo to form a star-studded frontcourt, many believed that the Heat would emerge as frontrunners to win it all.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / November 3
In 2016, Hassan Whiteside paid $7.3 million for a waterfront mansion; nine years later, the former Heat center listed it for $19.5 million

In 2016, Hassan Whiteside paid $7.3 million for a waterfront mansion; nine years later, the former Heat center listed it for $19.5 million

Hassan Whiteside’s Miami real estate investment has attracted attention after the former NBA center placed his waterfront property on the market for $19.5 million.

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