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Miami Heat Reportedly Eyeing Another Former Finals MVP if No Giannis

Even though the Miami Heat seem to be the favorites to land Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason, they might have a plan B in case their dream becomes a nightmare.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 19

The concern if the Pistons help the Miami Heat get Giannis Antetokoumpo

There hasn’t been any progress on a Giannis trade because the Milwaukee Bucks don’t want Tyler Herro, which may or may not force them to exceed their deadline to move their unhappy Greek star.

Miami Heat News / HITC / June 19

Miami Heat’s ‘Plan B’ targets two Western Conference stars if Giannis Antetokounmpo trade fails

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the Miami Heat’s top target, but they are already eyeing two Western Conference stars in case Milwaukee chooses a different offer.

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How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Andre Iguodala News / AirJordanChronicles / June 18

Andre Iguodala Reveals Why the Lakers Didn’t Want to Face Miami in the Bubble

Andre Iguodala won four titles and was named Finals MVP over his 19 seasons in the NBA. However, during his surprise opportunity, he spent two years with the Miami Heat, when he had the chance to truly unsettle one of the most brilliant teams ever assembled.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / June 18

NBA Insiders Reveal Why The Heat Still Haven't Landed Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Miami Heat continue to be the most aggressive team in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes, but as the NBA Draft approaches in just five days, there is growing uncertainty about whether a deal will actually get done by then.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 18

Latest in Heat's Giannis saga feels like a Bucks bluff

The Giannis Antetokounmpo saga drags on with only 6 days left until the 2026 NBA Draft. That is the self-imposed deadline Milwaukee has set. The Miami Heat by all accounts still have the best offer on the table to acquire the former Finals MVP.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 17

Longtime ESPN reporter believes Miami Heat have best deal for Giannis

With less than a week remaining until the Milwaukee Bucks' self-imposed draft night deadline, the Miami Heat continue to be perceived as the frontrunners in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes by credible media members.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 17

The pursuit of Giannis is worth it for Heat (ignore Doc Rivers)

What do you know? The guy who was out-coached thrice when having a 3-1 lead doesn’t see the point in Giannis Antetokounmpo joining proven winners. In fairness to him, The Ringer's chief Bill Simmons doesn’t see it either, “unless they have other moves coming.” Well, let’s not forget that...

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Tyler Herro News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Eastern Conference team mentioned as a potential Tyler Herro trade suitor

With the Milwaukee Bucks and Miami Heat picking up steam on a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, a third team might need to be involved in order to make things work.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / June 16

The Miami Heat should pass on these three guards if Giannis hunt fails

Since the Miami Heat will not gut their roster for Giannis Antetokounmpo, there’s a strong possibility their package gets eclipsed by another squad. Combine that with the Milwaukee Bucks not wanting Tyler Herro, and it gets dicier, so they need a contingency plan, and it should be Kawhi Leonard if the hunt for Giannis Antetokounmpo fails.

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Miami Heat News / The Lead / June 16

The Heat Should Not Trade Tyler Herro for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Miami Heat fans have made it very public that they want Giannis Antetokounmpo on their roster. In fact, Heat supporters have been asking for Pat Riley to make a move for the Bucks’ superstar for over two years now. There is one name most involved in the conversation regarding a potential Giannis-to-Miami move: Tyler Herro.

Kasparas Jakucionis News / FortyEightMinutes / June 16

Kasparas Jakucionis Visits Jr. Heat Basketball Camp, Connects With Miami’s Youth Campers

Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis made a special appearance Tuesday afternoon at the Jr. Heat Basketball Camp held at SLAM Miami High School. He delivered a very engaging Q&A session with the media and the young campers.

Stephen A Smith News / Miami Heat on SI / June 16

When Stephen A. Smith is the one who makes sense about Giannis and the Heat

Perhaps, after being singularly responsible for the New York Knicks winning their first championship in more than half a century, Stephen A. Smith has been blessed with some brand new superpowers.

Miami Heat News / FortyEightMinutes / June 16

Miami Heat Hosting Annual Draft Party on June 23 at Kaseya Center

The Miami Heat are once again opening the doors to fans for their annual NBA Draft Party. Come for the pick, stay for the party. The event tips off June 23 at 7 PM at Kaseya Center.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 16

Comparing Celtics, Heat as trade partners for Bucks in an Antetokounmpo deal

Comparing the Celtics and Heat as trade partners for Bucks in a Giannis Antetokounmpo deal

Which destination makes more sense and would be a better fit for the two-time league MVP who led the Milwaukee Bucks to the 2021 NBA championship?

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Jaylen Brown News / Miami Heat on SI / June 16

What if Jaylen Brown, not Giannis, is the Miami Heat Prize?

With the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship the offseason is officially in full swing. The whole NBA world is now solely focused on trade discussions and the NBA draft, obviously there is no bigger name on the market than Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Miami Heat on SI / June 16

3 ways the Heat would have had a better shot at Giannis Antetokounmpo

With the NBA Finals concluded, the focus now shifts to the next marquee event on the league's calendar: the NBA Draft. This event has an especially significant meaning to those invested in the trade developments in Milwaukee surrounding franchise legend, Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 15

Heat rumors: Miami considering trade for Trae Young

With the New York Knicks climbing the mountaintop to earn the crown that comes with being the 2026 NBA champion, the work continues for the 29 other franchises looking to now dethrone the Knicks from their perch.

Davion Mitchell News / Miami Heat on SI / June 15

It's in the Heat's best interest to keep Davion Mitchell

This is what’s called the “who knows part of the off-season” because of the smoke screens and the slow-tapping towards the finish line to get the unhappy Greek star out of his situation.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 14

Why Kenyon Martin would rather see Giannis with Heat’s Kel’el Ware than Bam Adebayo

Former player Kenyon Martin made a bold take regarding the fit for Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Miami Heat should the Milwaukee Bucks trade him to South Beach this offseason.

Pat Riley News / Fadeaway World / June 12

Shaquille O’Neal Says ’06 Heat Partying Forced Pat Riley To Reschedule Practices During Championship Run

It has been almost exactly 20 years since the Miami Heat won their first-ever NBA championship in 2006, and some members of that team recently came together on The Checkin with Dwyane Wade podcast.

Terry Rozier News / Hoops Wire / June 4

Arbitrator rules Terry Rozier must forfeit most of salary amid gambling case

Former Heat guard Terry Rozier is facing a costly setback away from the court. According to multiple reports, an arbitrator recently ruled that Rozier will forfeit most of his $26.6 million salary for the 2025-26 season because the conditions of his pretrial release prevent him from fully satisfying the terms of his NBA contract.