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WNBA MVP Admits What She Doesn’t Do With Boyfriend Bam Adebayo

A’ja Wilson is coming off one of the most dominant seasons in league history, winning a record fourth Kia WNBA MVP Award and her second consecutive. The league announced the decision on Sept.

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Two Heat leaders call their shot for contender status

Setting goals between people within the Heat building compared to those outside of it is usually a tricky thing. Many outsiders look at a realistic goal being crawling out of the play-in tournament and trying to grab a top 6 seed in the injury ridden Eastern Conference this season.

Miami Heat News / NBA Analysis Network / October 1

Miami Heat player claims he’s a ‘budding star’, suggests he’s third option behind Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo

The Miami Heat may have found their third option behind Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo – according to one of their newest stars. The Miami Heat are currently in a state of flux as a franchise.

Andrew Wiggins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Andrew Wiggins describes different in first full year with the Heat

MIAMI – With the 2025-26 season approaching for the Miami Heat, the team is looking for many players to step up, especially with the biggest news surrounding the team.

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Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Kel’el Ware drops honest take on chance to start for Heat

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat set their focus on the 2025-26 season, one player that the fanbase is monitoring is Kel’el Ware when it comes to the role in head coach Erik Spoelstra’s rotation.

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The 25 greatest international players in NBA history

Basketball originated as a distinctly American game. It had international roots, though, as the game's inventor, James Naismith, was Canadian. In the years since, the NBA has been flooded with league-defining international talent.

Jaime Jaquez News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Exclusive: How Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. is readjusting his focus after sophomore slump

With the Miami Heat getting ready for the 2025-26 season, the team started training camp on Tuesday morning at Florida Atlantic University in preparation to hopefully make some noise.

Tyler Herro News / Last Word On Sports / September 30

Tyler Herro To Hold Heat Extension Talks Soon, Is He A Max Player

After tripping and falling over themselves on the way to the 2025 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat are hoping for a much smoother season in 2025-26. However, they may have to do so with yet another key starter’s contract situation being unresolved heading into the season after the Jimmy Butler fiasco darkened their doorstep in 2024-25.

Erik Spoelstra News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Erik Spoelstra on more Miami Heat running: 'Players are full of crap'

It's been a running joke for a long time. When the Miami Heat have touched on this topic throughout the last few seasons, it's felt like they were playing fast and loose with the truth.

Kasparas Jakucionis News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Exclusive: Kasparas Jakucionis 1-on-1 Following First Day of Training Camp

It didn't take long for Kasparas Jakucionis to get the "rookie card" pulled on him by some Miami Heat veterans. Newcomer Norman Powell didn't waste any time, as he had seniority to jump in on media day for a couple of photos.

Andrew Wiggins News / The SportsRush / September 30

Andrew Wiggins Discloses the Toughest Part of Being Traded From Warriors Mid-Season

There aren’t many things that get sports fans talking more than trades. Even if that just means toying around with hypothetical deals on the trade machine, they love the idea of playing GM and making a deal that will improve their teams.

Kel'el Ware News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Kel'el Ware is ready to respond this season in the right way

Kel'el Ware has something to prove this season. Not just that he won't hit a sophomore wall. Not that he has a much higher level to get to. But simply to respond in positive fashion to the off-season comments from his coach, Erik Spoelstra.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Heat’s Tyler Herro takes aim at Jimmy Butler with contract extension declaration

Tyler Herro is entering the new season with one eye on a potential contract extension with the Miami Heat. The 25-year-old earned his first All-Star appearance last season and his window to sign a new contract, potentially worth up $149.7 million for three years, opens on Wednesday.

Miami Heat News / Hoops Rumors / September 30

Heat’s Tyler Herro Optimistic About Potential Extension

Heat guard Tyler Herro isn’t participating in training camp this week as he recovers from ankle surgery, but October 1 is an important date for him — he’ll become eligible to sign a veteran contract extension that could be worth a maximum of $149.7MM over three years.

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Terry Rozier News / Hardwood Heroics / September 30

Miami Heat Head Coach Has High Hopes on Terry Rozier Amid Federal Investigation: 'He’s a Hooper'

There have been rumours that the Miami Heat are planning to offload Terry Rozier via trade or buyout, as he is part of a federal investigation related to sports betting.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / September 30

Consistency the goal in year one for Miami Heat’s first-round pick

One of the most significant needs the Miami Heat have lacked ever since Kyle Lowry’s declining tenure has been a playmaking point guard that can control the pace of their offense. This is where much of the appeal for the No.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 29

Heat’s Norman Powell shares Kawhi Leonard ‘approach’ with Tyler Herro injury

MIAMI – With Miami Heat star Tyler Herro suffering from a foot issue that led to surgery, which will make him miss the start of the season, the team will rely on other playmakers to carry the load.

Jaime Jaquez News / Miami Heat on SI / September 29

Jaime Jaquez Jr ready to get back to his old ways

Jaime Jaquez Jr has a clear lane to being a pivotal offensive option in the rotation to start the season. He knows that. Spo knows that. Fans know that.

Precious Achiuwa News / Miami Heat on SI / September 29

Precious Achiuwa is back for unfinished business

Precious Achiuwa’s first go around with the Miami Heat was underwhelming in his rookie season, but he’s someone that coach Erik Spoelstra saw tons of potential in.

Terry Rozier News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 29

Heat’s Terry Rozier is ‘ready’ for 2025-26 season despite federal investigation

MIAMI – With Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier swirling with rumors regarding his place on the roster, there is no doubt headlines including his name also highlight his involvement in a federal investigation regarding sports betting.

Andrew Wiggins News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Lakers’ Hopes of Andrew Wiggins Trade Suffers Blow as Family’s Big Decision Confirmed

NBA Media Day always brings its fair share of chaos, but in Miami, the spotlight landed on Andrew Wiggins, and this time, it wasn’t about the trade chaos.

Erik Spoelstra News / Last Word On Sports / September 29

Pulling the Ripcord After this Season May Be Erik Spoelstra’s Best Option

One of the strangest teams over the past five years has been the so-so regular-season, yet never-die-in-playoffs Miami Heat. Since the 2019-20 season, the Heat have advanced to the Eastern Conference finals three times.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / September 28

3 Trade Ideas For Miami Heat Include Pacers Star, Euro Star, Former Champion

The Miami Heat enter the 2025-26 season with a roster that’s competitive but not quite complete. Bam Adebayo continues to anchor the defense, and Tyler

Erik Spoelstra News / The SportsRush / September 28

Erik Spoelstra’s Greatness Has Kept Heat 'Trapped in Their Success', Says NBA Insider

The Miami Heat are an anomaly. They lost Jimmy Butler and several other stars over the years, but somehow, they’ve almost always managed to make their season count for something.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / September 25

Heat expecting Terry Rozier in camp despite uncertainty

The Heat are planning to have veteran guard Terry Rozier in camp next week, despite ongoing questions about his future, per Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / September 22

It's time for the Heat to shift gears

The Miami Heat built their identity on never saying die. and that foundation has served them well. But the best path forward for the franchise at the moment may be taking a step back first.

Heat rookie could be thrown into starting role following Tyler Herro blow

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