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Miami Heat Have Interesting Norman Powell Decision To Make

Norman Powell not only finished 24th in the NBA in scoring last season, he did so as a relative bargain. The Los Angeles Clippers paid him roughly $19.2 million, on the fourth season of a five-season contract that Powell signed with the Portland Trail Blazers starting with his age 28 season in 2021-22.

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'A Solid Play-In Team' – Miami Heat Draws Pessimistic Review From Rival Scout Ahead of 2025-26 Campaign

The Miami Heat may have gotten out of the Jimmy Butler saga last season. However, one anonymous NBA scout believes that the team is still far away from being a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 13

Miami Heat’s Offseason Provides A Sudden Change In Latest NBA Power Rankings

Following a successful offseason, the Miami Heat now have a path to regain some ground and return as one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. NBA.com released its latest power rankings, and John Schuhmann broke down one of the Heat’s most significant weaknesses that plagued them most of last season.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 13

Miami Heat Could Target Still Available Former MVP In Free Agency

The Miami Heat's offseason thus far can be viewed as a success. The team managed improve their biggest weakness as a team last season: scoring at an efficient rate.

Khris Middleton News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / August 13

Heat Should Sign Athletic First-Round Pick In Free Agency

The Miami Heat have quietly been one of the more impressive teams this offseason. While facilitating some impactful deals to improve their roster strength, the Heat have effectively formed a core of talented young players who are primed to compete for a long time.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / August 13

NBA scout serves harsh dose of reality to Heat

Pat Riley is yet to find the missing pieces that would make the Heat's roster puzzle fall into place.

Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

The 'Active NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

Andrew Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 13

NBA scout fires harsh assessment of Heat, Andrew Wiggins

The Miami Heat endured a turbulent campaign last season due to the whole drama surrounding Jimmy Butler. Entering their first full year without the mercurial veteran, the Heat are looking to solely focus on basketball.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 11

NBA mock trade keeps Celtics under second apron, allows Heat to maximize Kasparas Jakucionis

If the Boston Celtics decide to flip Anfernee Simons before the trade deadline, the Miami Heat are a sensible suitor for the young guard. As the Eastern Conference opens up more than ever, the Miami Heat joined the Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks as newer contenders.

Miami Heat News / Last Word On Sports / August 11

Heat Bring Former First-Round Pick In For Workout

Last season, the Miami Heat made big man Bam Adebayo‘s primary position power forward. This allowed then rookie Kel’el Ware, a gifted seven-footer that they drafted 15th overall, to start at center.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Miami Heat Working Out Former First-Rounder For Frontcourt Help

The Miami Heat are still planning to start a true center, Ke'lel Ware next to Bam Adebayo this season. But that doesn't leave them much in reserve. Only Nikola Jovic, who is 6-foot-11 and has put on considerable muscle, is slated for the rotation -- but Jovic operates best on the perimeter, as a playmaker.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

NBA Insider Reports 'Several Teams Expressed Interest' In Miami Heat Star

The Miami Heat have found themselves nearing the end of an offseason that saw them trade for Norman Powell, while drafting a top-10-rated talent in Kasparas Jakucionis with their No.

Kai Jones News / Hoops Rumors / August 11

Former first-round pick is working out for the Heat

The 19th overall pick in the 2021 draft, Jones played for the Clippers and Mavericks in 2024-25, appearing in 40 total games and averaging 5.0 points and 3.1 rebounds in 11.7 minutes per contest.

Andrew Wiggins News / Hoops Wire / August 11

Rumor: Bucks Tried To Trade For Heat’s Andrew Wiggins

The Milwaukee Bucks tried to trade for Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. However, the Bucks and Heat couldn’t agree to a deal.

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The '2023 NFL AP second-team All-Pro' quiz

The 'American League WAR leaders' quiz

The 'NFL single-season reception leaders' quiz

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Miami Heat’s Norman Powell Channels Michael Jordan’s Iconic Flu Game In FIBA

NBA fans got a great preview of the Miami Heat’s most significant addition of the offseason in the FIBA pre-qualifiers. Norman Powell led Jamaica with a victory over Costa Rica, as he finished with 34 points, two assists, and three steals on 53 percent shooting and 55 percent from three-point range.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Miami Heat Named Among Teams On Impressive Offseason List

The Miami Heat's offseason is receiving praise despite missing out on the Kevin Durant sweepstakes in June. The Heat were reportedly deep in negotiations with the Phoenix Suns but did not want to part with some of their younger talent.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / August 11

Disproving The Myth That Erik Spoelstra Won't Play Rookies

Erik Spoelstra is a Pat Riley disciple with a 21st century spin. Sometimes, due to that association, Spoelstra has also been characterized as stingy with playing time with rookies and even second-year players.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Miami Heat’s Recent Acquisitions Shine in Respective FIBA International Matchups

The Miami Heat’s recent roster moves are already paying dividends, as evidenced by a recent X post that highlighted both the standout performances of Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio in their respective FIBA international matchups on Saturday.

Norman Powell News / Miami Heat on SI / August 10

Miami Heat's Norman Powell Goes Off In Crucial FIBA Game

The Miami Heat's latest addition, Norman Powell, led the Jamaican national basketball team to an overtime win over Costa Rica, finishing with 34 points, three steals, two assists, and one rebound in 39 minutes.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 10

When Will The Miami Heat Be Relevant Enough for Christmas Again?

There was a time you couldn't unwrap gifts and turn on the television without sneaking a peek at the Miami Heat. One of Pat Riley's legacies since taking over the Heat franchise in 1995 has been keeping it consistently relevant, enough that the team has often been featured -- and repeatedly successful -- on Christmas.

Kobe Bryant News / Fadeaway World / August 9

Michael Beasley Opens Up About Why He Skipped Dinner With Kobe Bryant In Miami

Michael Beasley’s career was full of highs and lows, but one of his most memorable moments came in a brief, unexpected interaction with Kobe Bryant. In a recent conversation with Chris Haynes, the former No.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 8

2 way-too-early Miami Heat trade candidates in 2025-26 season

While the Miami Heat traded for Norman Powell from the Los Angeles Clippers earlier in the offseason, there is a possibility that the team isn’t done finalizing the roster, which could lead into the actual season and the trade deadline.

Haywood Highsmith News / Hoops Rumors / August 8

Heat forward undergoes knee surgery, out 8-10 weeks

Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee during a recent training session in his hometown of Baltimore and has undergone surgery to repair the injury, the team announced Friday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 6

Ex-Heat staffer charged with selling stolen team items

Ex-Heat employee charged with selling stolen team items for millions in profit

A former Heat employee has been accused of stealing more than 400 game-worn jerseys and other items and selling at least 100 of those items for profit.

Damian Lillard's agent takes a shot at Bucks after return to Blazers

Warriors are in a lose-lose situation with Jonathan Kuminga

Kevin Love reportedly has a preferred buyout destination

One NBA team emerging as favorite to sign Ben Simmons

Will 76ers star Joel Embiid be forced into an early retirement?

Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6

Former Heat employee charged after stealing $2 million worth of game-worn jerseys

A former Miami Heat employee is reportedly being charged with stealing millions of dollars worth of team gear over a 10-year span. TMZ Sports reported Tuesday that a 62-year-old man named Marcos Thomas Perez is being charged with a felony by the U.S.

Miami Heat News / Field Level Media / August 5

Former Heat security guard charged in $2 million theft, sale of jerseys

A former law enforcement official, who later worked in security for the Miami Heat and the NBA, made his first appearance in federal court on Tuesday, charged with crimes related to the stealing and selling of game-worn jerseys and other memorabilia.